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Do you have to take out the battery when changing a high voltage car fuse?

No, you don't have to take out the battery when changing a high voltage car fuse. However, you do need to take precautions to avoid electrical shock. Here are the steps on how to change a high voltage car fuse:

1. Park your car in a safe location and turn off the engine.

2. Open the hood of your car.

3. Locate the high voltage fuse box. It is usually located in the engine compartment, near the battery.

4. Open the fuse box cover.

5. Locate the blown fuse. It will be the fuse that has a melted or broken filament.

6. Use a fuse puller to remove the blown fuse.

7. Insert a new fuse of the same amperage rating as the blown fuse.

8. Close the fuse box cover.

9. Close the hood of your car.

Here are some precautions to take when changing a high voltage car fuse:

* Make sure that the engine is turned off.

* Avoid touching any exposed wires or metal parts in the fuse box.

* Use a fuse puller to remove the blown fuse. Do not use your fingers.

* Insert a new fuse of the same amperage rating as the blown fuse. Do not use a fuse with a higher amperage rating, as this could cause electrical damage to your car.

* If you are not comfortable changing a high voltage car fuse, you can have it done by a qualified mechanic.