Fuse problems-with pics

Bet on Grey · 06-05-2008, 06:42 PM

Hey guys,
I have a fuse issue. This is the second time this has happened to me. I'm at a stop, both times at a read light in medium traffic. I check my gauges and all my warnings are on, as if I stalled, but I did not. My will not start. The first time a mechanic pulled over to help me out and figured out the problem, it was one of my fuses in the engine fuse box. I have yet to figure out what fuse it is, but he switch it with another 30 amp fuse and it worked. It is labeled SBF no.6 in the fuse cover and in the Subaru manual there is no information about this fuse. I'm not sure what is causing this shortage. If anyone can help me identify what this fuse is for it would be great. The first time it happened around last summer, June-July 2007, and it happened again today. I was stuck in a 4 lane highway and my steering wheel was locked. I also had a boost guage installed about 5 months prior to the first shortage. Do you think that would case a problem? I'm scared to take it to the dealership, because they could blame it on that, or void my warranty. Please guys i need help!!
Thanks in advance,
Matt
This is the where the fuse is located.

The manual does not have it labeled.

The fuse cover labels it as SBF no.6

**WESTI** · 06-05-2008, 07:10 PM

how was the boost gauge wired? did you do it youself?

Bet on Grey · 06-05-2008, 07:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WESTI

how was the boost gauge wired? did you do it youself?

I wired the boost guage to the clock light using the fusebox under the steering wheel. Yes, I did install it myself.

Bet on Grey · 06-09-2008, 06:22 PM

Anyone else have any ideas?

sti robot · 06-09-2008, 06:43 PM

Did everything go back to normal after you replaced that fuse?

Do you have a picture of how you wired up the boost gauge? Which method did you use (taps, buttcrimps, etc)? There is a possibility that it is slowly shorting something out and burning that fuse...

Does anyone in the community know what that fuse is for?
Call VIP and ask them what fuse they replaced when they helped you out last year.

sti robot · 06-09-2008, 06:55 PM

^ The above makes more sense as I recall SBF stands for "Slow Blow Fuse" which means it doesn't automatically pop when it is overloaded. It wears over time.

Did you wire an illumination switch to the cluster or headlights or something? The reason I ask is this: Windows won't roll up or down at all! - NASIOC

what the hell is SBF 5 and why does it keep blowing? - NASIOC

Bet on Grey · 06-09-2008, 07:04 PM

The method I used for the boost gauge, was simply strip the wire, stick it into the fuse slot, and stick the fuse in.

"'I am glad that you got the problem sorted out. Just for your information, SBF6 controls the power window and sunroof circuit breaker and SBF4 allows voltage to reach the ignition switch."- Another member on nasioc.

Should i take out the fuse box and check for stripped wiring?

sti robot · 06-10-2008, 03:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bet on Grey

The method I used for the boost gauge, was simply strip the wire, stick it into the fuse slot, and stick the fuse in.

This may be your problem. I'd like to see this method in person and possibly help you fix it.

An easier, more reliable method would be to go to autozone or pepboys and pick up one of these: Amazon.com: Littelfuse FHA200BP Ato Fuse Add-A-Circuit Kt: Automotive (not sure what size and whatnot...but you could pop a fuse out and bring it into the store to check).

BTW what boost gauge is it? Defi?

06-05-2008, 06:42 PM	#1
Bet on Grey STI Driver Car: 06 Steel Gray Metall Location: Gainesville,VA Posts: 268 Join Date: Dec 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Fuse problems-with pics Hey guys, I have a fuse issue. This is the second time this has happened to me. I'm at a stop, both times at a read light in medium traffic. I check my gauges and all my warnings are on, as if I stalled, but I did not. My will not start. The first time a mechanic pulled over to help me out and figured out the problem, it was one of my fuses in the engine fuse box. I have yet to figure out what fuse it is, but he switch it with another 30 amp fuse and it worked. It is labeled SBF no.6 in the fuse cover and in the Subaru manual there is no information about this fuse. I'm not sure what is causing this shortage. If anyone can help me identify what this fuse is for it would be great. The first time it happened around last summer, June-July 2007, and it happened again today. I was stuck in a 4 lane highway and my steering wheel was locked. I also had a boost guage installed about 5 months prior to the first shortage. Do you think that would case a problem? I'm scared to take it to the dealership, because they could blame it on that, or void my warranty. Please guys i need help!! Thanks in advance, Matt This is the where the fuse is located. The manual does not have it labeled. The fuse cover labels it as SBF no.6 This ad is not endorsed by this member. Please register or login to hide this ad.

06-05-2008, 07:10 PM	#2
WESTI Mod Pro Tempore for Premium Members Car: 06 WRB STI Fav Mod: Ricer Flyby Location: Irvine, Ca Posts: 6,181 Join Date: Apr 2006 Trader Rating: (9)	Re: Fuse problems-with pics how was the boost gauge wired? did you do it youself?

06-09-2008, 06:22 PM	#4
Bet on Grey STI Driver Car: 06 Steel Gray Metall Location: Gainesville,VA Posts: 268 Join Date: Dec 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Fuse problems-with pics Anyone else have any ideas?

06-09-2008, 06:43 PM	#5
sti robot Spec C Club Car: 04 STI Java black w/ Fav Mod: a garage Location: Just outside Manassass VA Posts: 1,418 Join Date: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Fuse problems-with pics Did everything go back to normal after you replaced that fuse? Do you have a picture of how you wired up the boost gauge? Which method did you use (taps, buttcrimps, etc)? There is a possibility that it is slowly shorting something out and burning that fuse... Does anyone in the community know what that fuse is for? Call VIP and ask them what fuse they replaced when they helped you out last year.

06-09-2008, 06:55 PM	#6
sti robot Spec C Club Car: 04 STI Java black w/ Fav Mod: a garage Location: Just outside Manassass VA Posts: 1,418 Join Date: Sep 2005 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Fuse problems-with pics ^ The above makes more sense as I recall SBF stands for "Slow Blow Fuse" which means it doesn't automatically pop when it is overloaded. It wears over time. Did you wire an illumination switch to the cluster or headlights or something? The reason I ask is this: Windows won't roll up or down at all! - NASIOC what the hell is SBF 5 and why does it keep blowing? - NASIOC

06-09-2008, 07:04 PM	#7
Bet on Grey STI Driver Car: 06 Steel Gray Metall Location: Gainesville,VA Posts: 268 Join Date: Dec 2006 Trader Rating: (0)	Re: Fuse problems-with pics The method I used for the boost gauge, was simply strip the wire, stick it into the fuse slot, and stick the fuse in. "'I am glad that you got the problem sorted out. Just for your information, SBF6 controls the power window and sunroof circuit breaker and SBF4 allows voltage to reach the ignition switch."- Another member on nasioc. Should i take out the fuse box and check for stripped wiring?