The seventh-generation VW Golf was produced from 2012 to 2020 (model years 2013–2020) in hatchback and estate/wagon body styles powered by turbocharged petrol (TSI) and diesel (TDI) engines. This guide details the fuse and relay box locations, diagrams, and panel photos for the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 (chassis codes 5G, AU; MQB platform), along with complete circuit assignment tables. The fuse assigned to the "cigarette lighter / 12V socket" is highlighted in bold.
Fuse and relay assignments may vary depending on vehicle equipment level, model year, and target market. If you encounter discrepancies, consult an authorized service center.
In the Passenger Compartment
The cabin fuse panel is located behind the driver's side glove compartment. To access it, pull firmly on the left release tab in the direction of the arrow. The Body Control Module (BCM / Onboard Supply Control Unit) is located adjacent to the panel.
Reference photograph.
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| No. | Rating / Circuit Description |
| F1 | - |
| F2 | - |
| F3 | - |
| F4 | 10A Body Control Module (BCM), Anti-theft alarm system / (7.5A) Infotainment control unit |
| F5 | 5A Diagnostic interface for data bus (Gateway) |
| F6 | 5A Anti-theft alarm system sensor |
| F7 | 10A Climate control panel, Climatronic control unit, Automatic transmission selector lever, Auxiliary coolant heater, Rear window defroster relay, RF receiver |
| F8 | 10A Master light switch, Electronic parking brake switch, Rain/light/humidity sensor, Diagnostic connector |
| F9 | - |
| F10 | 10A Infotainment display unit |
| F11 | 10A All-Wheel Drive (AWD) control module |
| F12 | 20A Information electronics control unit (MIB / Infotainment) |
| F13 | 15A Adaptive chassis control unit (DCC / Electronic damping) |
| F14 | 30A Fresh air blower control module |
| F15 | 10A Electronic steering column lock (ELV) control unit |
| F16 | 7.5A Mobile signal amplifier, Antenna amplifier, USB charging port voltage converter |
| F17 | 5A Instrument cluster control module |
| F18 | 7.5A Rearview camera, Tailgate release switch |
| F19 | 7.5A Keyless Access/start control module (KESSY) |
| F20 | 15A Power seat adjustment module |
| F21 | - |
| F22 | - |
| F23 | 40A Body Control Module (BCM) – Exterior lighting, headlights |
| F24 | 30A Panoramic / power sunroof control module |
| F25 | 30A Driver and front passenger door control modules |
| F26 | 20A Body Control Module (BCM), 30A Heated front seats |
| F27 | 30A Digital sound package control unit (Amplifier) |
| F28 | 20A Trailer towing control module |
| F29 | - |
| F30 | 25A Seat belt pretensioner control module |
| F31 | 40A Body Control Module (BCM) – Exterior lighting, headlights |
| F32 | 7.5A Driver assistance front camera, Garage door opener control unit, Park Distance Control (PDC) / Park Assist module |
| F33 | 5A Airbag control module |
| F34 | 7.5A Master light switch, Auto-dimming interior mirror, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) switch, Reverse light switch, Air quality sensor, Electronic parking brake switch |
| F35 | 10A OBD-II diagnostic socket, Auto-dimming interior mirror, Headlight range control unit, Headlight leveling motors |
| F36 | 10A Right daytime running light (DRL) and parking light control module |
| F37 | 10A Left daytime running light (DRL) and parking light control module |
| F38 | 20A Trailer towing control module |
| F39 | 30A Door control units (driver/passenger), rear power window motors |
| F40 | 20A Cigarette lighter / 12V power socket |
| F41 | 10A Steering column electronics control module |
| F42 | 40A Body Control Module (BCM) – Windshield washer pump, central locking system |
| F43 | 30A Body Control Module (BCM) |
| F44 | 15A Trailer towing control module |
| F45 | 15A Driver and passenger power seat adjustment controls |
| F46 | - |
| F47 | 15A Rear window wiper motor |
| F48 | - |
| F49 | 5A Clutch pedal position sensor, starter relay |
| F50 | - |
| F51 | 25A Right front seat belt pretensioner control module |
| F52 | - |
| F53 | 30A Heated rear window (Rear defroster) |
Fuse F40 (20A) protects the cigarette lighter and 12V power socket circuit.
In the Engine Compartment
The engine compartment fuse box is located on the left side of the engine bay, next to the battery, beneath a protective cover.
Reference photograph.
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| No. | Rating / Circuit Description |
| F1 | 40A ABS / ESC control unit |
| F2 | 40A ABS / ESC control unit |
| F3 | 15A Engine Control Module (ECM / ECU) |
| F4 | 5A Oil level and temperature sensor, Oil pressure control valve, Intake camshaft adjuster, Ethanol sensor, Thermal power relay |
| F5 | 10A Fuel metering valve and pressure regulator |
| F6 | 5A Brake light switch |
| F7 | 7.5A / 10A Fuel pressure control valve, Coolant solenoid valve, Intercooler pump, Auxiliary coolant pump |
| F8 | 10A Heated oxygen sensor (Lambda sensor) |
| F9 | 5A Ignition coils / 20A Intake manifold preheater |
| F10 | 15A / 20A Fuel pump control module |
| F11 | 40A Auxiliary heater element |
| F11 | 40A Auxiliary heater element |
| F12 | 40A Auxiliary heater element |
| F13 | 30A Transmission control module (TCM / DSG) |
| F14 | 40A Heated windshield (Windscreen defroster) |
| F15 | 15A Horn |
| F16 | - |
| F17 | 7.5A Engine Control Module (ECM / Motronic), main power relay, ABS control unit |
| F18 | 5A Battery monitoring control module, Data bus diagnostic gateway |
| F19 | 30A Windshield wiper motor control module |
| F20 | 20A Anti-theft alarm horn / siren |
| F21 | - |
| F22 | 5A Engine Control Module (ECM) |
| F23 | 30A Starter motor relay |
| F24 | 40A Auxiliary heater element |
| F25 | - |
| F26 | - |
| F27 | - |
| F28 | - |
| F29 | - |
| F30 | - |
| F31 | - |
| F32 | - |
| F33 | - |
| F34 | - |
| F35 | - |
| F36 | - |
| F37 | 20A Auxiliary heater control unit |
| F38 | - |
For a G7 dsg7 what is the F21 fuse for ? The one in the engine compartment fusebox...
It's a 30Ah fuse