Fuses and relays Volkswagen Beetle (A5 / 1C, 16; 2011–2019)

In this guide, you will find fuse and relay descriptions for the Volkswagen Beetle, complete with photo locations and circuit diagrams for models produced from 2011 to 2019 (chassis codes 1C, 16; A5 / PQ35 platform).

Note: The number of fuses and their specific assignments may vary depending on the model year and vehicle trim level of your Volkswagen Beetle.

In the Engine Compartment

The engine compartment fuse box is located next to the battery, under a protective plastic cover.

Fuse box location photo

Fuse Diagram
No.	Description
1	Spare / Unassigned
2	20A / 30A – Engine Control Module (ECM)
3	5A – Radiator fan control module
4	15A – Heated oxygen sensor (Lambda sensor)
5	10A – Heated oxygen sensor, Electric fuel pump relay, Auxiliary heater element relay, Charge pressure control solenoid valve, Crankcase ventilation heating element, Variable valve timing solenoid 1, Turbocharger recirculating valve, Intake manifold flap valve, Coolant recirculation changeover valve, Fuel system diagnostic pump
6	10A – Fuel pump relay, Secondary air injection (AIR) pump relay
7	Engine component power supply relay, Charge pressure control solenoid valve, Evaporative emission (EVAP) canister purge solenoid valve, Intake manifold flap valve, Engine oil pressure control valve
8	20A / 30A – Throttle valve control module, Ignition coil 1 with power output stage, Ignition coil 2 with power output stage, Ignition coils, Fuel pressure regulator valve, Fuel metering valve
9	10A – Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Fuel pump relay, Charge pressure control solenoid valve, EVAP canister purge valve 1, Camshaft adjustment valve 1, Exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve 2, Turbocharger bypass valve, Supercharger electromagnetic clutch, Engine oil pressure control valve, Coolant control valve, Auxiliary coolant pump 2
10	10A – Run-on coolant pump relay, Engine Control Module (ECM), Glow plug control module, Low-heat output relay, High-heat output relay, Auxiliary coolant pump relay, Engine electronics power supply relay, Fuel pressure regulator valve, Auxiliary coolant pump 2
11	5A – Clutch pedal position sensor, Brake light switch
12	Spare / Reserved
13	Spare / Reserved
14	30A – Voltage stabilizer, Radio/Navigation display unit, Navigation system control module
15	Head unit / Infotainment system
16	10A – Motronic power supply relay, Terminal 30 power supply relay, Engine Control Module (ECM)
17	10A – Alarm horn relay
18	40A – Audio system amplifier
19	15A / 30A – DSG direct-shift gearbox mechatronic unit
20	15A – DSG direct-shift gearbox mechatronic unit
21	5A – Body Control Module (BCM / battery monitoring)
22	30A – Body Control Module (BCM)
23	40A / 50A – Auxiliary air heater heating element, Secondary air injection (AIR) pump motor
24	40A – Auxiliary air heater heating element
25	Spare / Unassigned
26	40A / 50A – Terminal 75 power supply relay 1
27	40A – Terminal 15 power supply relay
28	50A – Glow plug control module
29	50A – Radiator fan control module
30	20A / 30A – Fuel pump relay, Engine electronics components power supply relay
31	Spare / Unassigned
32	40A – ABS control module
33
34	40A – Auxiliary air heater heating element, Secondary air injection (AIR) pump motor
High-Current Fusible Links
1	200A – Generator (Alternator)
2	Spare / Unassigned
3	80A – Power steering control module
4	80A – Main interior fuse panel feed
Individual relay modules (glow plugs, cooling fan, etc.) are located in adjacent slots.

In the Passenger Compartment

The cabin fuse panel is located under the dashboard on the driver's side, behind the protective cover.

Interior panel photo

Note: The primary relay carrier is also positioned on this panel.

Fuse Diagram
No.	Description
1	5A – Blind Spot Monitor control module 2
2	10A – Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit control module
3	5A – Instrument cluster control module
4	5A – Cellular telephone transceiver
5	10A – Instrument cluster control module, Body Control Module (BCM), Left fog light bulb
6	10A – Rear lid release button (in handle), Rearview camera
7	5A – Switch and instrument cluster illumination dimmer switch, License plate light switch
8	10A – Windshield washer pump
9	5A – Airbag control module, Front passenger airbag deactivated warning lamp, Seat occupancy recognition control module
10	15A – Intermittent wiper switch
11	5A – Headlight switch
12	Spare / Unassigned
13	5A – Start-Stop system switch, Power folding mirror switch, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) button, Backup light switch, High-pressure sensor, Air quality sensor, Heater control unit, Park Distance Control (PDC) module, Vehicle tracking system control module, Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, Heated windshield washer nozzles
14	10A – Cruise control switch, Tiptronic switch, Oil level and temperature sensor, Auxiliary instruments, ABS control module, Instrument cluster control module, Power steering control module, Steering column control module, Voltage stabilizer, Data bus diagnostic interface (Gateway), Fuel pump control module, Selector lever sensor control module, Engine Control Module (ECM), Crankcase ventilation heating element
15	5A – Switch and instrument cluster illumination dimmer switch, Mass air flow (MAF) sensor, Dynamic chassis control / vibration damping control module, Headlight range control actuator, 16-pin diagnostic connector (OBD-II port)
16	5A – Engine Control Module (ECM)
17	10A – Interior monitoring sensor, Vehicle incline sensor, Alarm horn
18	15A – Left low-beam headlight bulb
19	15A – Right low-beam headlight bulb
20	10A – Tiptronic switch, Heater control unit, Transmission Control Module (TCM), Climatronic control unit, A/C control unit, Selector lever sensor control module, Ignition key removal lock solenoid
21	15A – Body Control Module (BCM)
22	5A – Ignition switch, Vehicle tracking system control module
23	10A – Rain and light sensor, Body Control Module (BCM), Telephone transceiver, Emergency Call Module and Communication Unit, 16-pin diagnostic connector (OBD-II port), Auxiliary accessories
24	10A – Body Control Module (BCM), Access and Start Authorization control module (KESSY), Electronic steering column lock, Data bus diagnostic interface
25	10A / 25A – Transmission Control Module (TCM), Multifunction switch, DSG mechatronic unit
26	30A – Brake system vacuum pump
27	Spare / Unassigned
28	25A – Terminal 75 power supply relay 1
29	5A – Body Control Module (BCM)
30	20A – Blocking diode, Cigarette lighter, 12V auxiliary power socket
31	30A – Headlight switch
32	15A – Fog light switch
33	40A – Heater control unit, A/C control unit
34	10A / 15A – Instrument cluster control module, Body Control Module (BCM), Left high-beam headlight bulb, Right high-beam headlight bulb, Headlights
35	10A – Steering column control module
36	30A – Body Control Module (BCM)
37	5A – Left Daytime Running Light (DRL) module bulb
38	5A – Right Daytime Running Light (DRL) module bulb
39	30A – Manual low-beam headlight and headlight flasher (high-beam) relay
40	Spare / Unassigned
41	Spare / Unassigned
42	Spare / Unassigned
43	30A – Front passenger door control module
44	30A – Body Control Module (BCM)
45	30A – Driver door control module
46	Spare / Unassigned
47	20A – Fuel pump relay
48	30A – Body Control Module (BCM)
49	40A – Fresh air blower control module
50	30A – Heated front seat control module
51	30A – Power sunroof control module
52	20A – Body Control Module (BCM)
53
54	25A – Transmission Control Module (TCM)
55	20A – Headlight switch, Low-beam and flasher switch
56	20A – Body Control Module (BCM)
57	25A – Radio/Navigation control module with display, Head unit
58	10A – Reductant dosing system relay (AdBlue)
59	Spare / Unassigned
60	Spare / Unassigned