Fuses and relays Volkswagen Tiguan (NF; 2006–2017)

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a compact crossover produced across two generations from 2007 to the present. The first-generation (Mk1) Volkswagen Tiguan was manufactured from 2008 through 2016, receiving a facelift during this production run. This guide provides detailed descriptions, location diagrams, and layout schematics for the fuse and relay boxes in the Volkswagen Tiguan (First generation; chassis code 5N; PQ46 platform), including the specific fuse location for the cigarette lighter.

Fuse assignments and panel configurations may vary depending on the model year and trim level of the vehicle.

General Locations

1. Main fuse box in the electronics box (E-Box)
2. High-power pre-fuse box
3. Passenger compartment fuse box
4. Auxiliary relay carrier

Passenger Compartment

Fuse Box

The interior fuse box is located on the driver's side of the dashboard, behind the lower trim cover.

Access panel location.

Diagram
No.	Rating / Description
1	Not used
2	Not used
3	Not used
4	Not used
5	Not used
6	Not used
7	Not used
8	Not used
9	5 A – Airbag control module, front passenger airbag status indicator lamp
10	10 A – All-wheel drive (AWD) control module
11	5 A – Park Assist / Parking distance control module
12	10 A – Left xenon/discharge headlight control module
13	5 A – High-pressure sensor, auto-dimming interior rearview mirror, reverse light switch, heated washer nozzles, AUTO HOLD button, AUTO HOLD indicator lamp, seat occupancy recognition control module, driver assistance front camera, engine oil level and temperature sensor, ASR/ESP OFF switch, driving profile selection switch
14	10 A – Power steering control module, vehicle tracking control module, starter relay, electronic damping control module, trailer detection control module, Tiptronic switch, data bus diagnostic interface (gateway), instrument cluster, heater control module, light switch, engine control module (ECM), ABS control module
15	10 A – Auxiliary heater relay, voltage converter, adaptive lighting and headlight range control module, mass air flow (MAF) sensor, diagnostic connector (OBD-II), electronic parking brake control module, switch/instrument illumination dimmer, crankcase ventilation heater resistor, left/right headlight range adjustment motors
16	10 A – Right xenon/discharge headlight control module
17	5 A – Instrument cluster control module
18	5 A – Mobile phone electronics control module, multimedia system control module, digital compass sensor
19	7.5 A – Steering column electronics control module
20	5 A / 7.5 A – Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) control module, auxiliary coolant heater remote receiver, heated rear window relay, dual-tone horn relay, ABS control module, Tiptronic switch, automatic transmission control module (TCM), A/C control module, Climatronic control unit, heater control module
21	7.5 A / 15 A – Body Control Module (BCM / onboard supply unit), front passenger door control module, rear right door control module
22	5 A – Body Control Module (BCM), anti-theft alarm siren, interior monitoring sensor
23	10 A – Rain and light sensor, light switch, vehicle tracking control module, keyless entry and start authorization control module, rear view camera control module, digital compass sensor, electronic parking brake switch, diagnostic connector (OBD-II)
24	10 A – Driver door control module, rear left door control module
25	5 A / 20 A – Multi-function switch, automatic transmission control module, DSG mechatronic unit
26	Not used
27	Not used
28	40 A – Auxiliary heater relay, heater / air conditioning control unit
29	15 A – Rear window wiper motor
30	Not used
31	20 A – Cigarette lighter and 12 V power sockets
32	Not used
33	Not used
34	Not used
35	Not used
36	Not used
37	Not used
38	10 A – Electronic steering column lock control module
39	20 A – Headlight washer system relay
39	15 A – Trailer detection control module / trailer hitch prep
40	15 A – Trailer detection control module
41	15 A – Trailer detection control module
42	20 A – Trailer detection control module
43	25 A – Sunroof control module
44	25 A – Electronic parking brake control module
45	25 A – Fresh air blower motor relay, heated rear window relay
46	30 A – Driver door control module, rear left door control module
47	30 A – Front passenger door control module, rear right door control module
48	20 A – Fuel pump relay
49	20 A – Body Control Module (BCM)
50	25 A – Electronic parking brake control module
51	40 A – Fresh air blower control module
52	20 A / 30 A – Heated front seats control module
53	20 A / 30 A – Headlight washer system relay
54	30 A – 12 V to 230 V power inverter socket
55	15 A – Driver seat lumbar support adjustment switch
56	15 A – Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC / electronic damping) module
57	25 A – Sunroof control module
58	1 A – Trailer hitch locking indicator lamp
59	Radio / navigation system head unit
60	Not used

In the 1st-generation Volkswagen Tiguan, fuse No. 31 (20 A) controls the cigarette lighter and 12 V power sockets.

Relay Carrier

Located behind the passenger compartment fuse box.

Diagram
No.	Description
1	Terminal 15 power supply relay 2 (-J681- / 460), Slot B1
2	Heated exterior mirror relay (-J99- / 449), Slot B2
3	Heated rear window relay (-J9- / 53), Slot B5
4	Dual-tone horn relay (-J4- / 449), Slot B6
5	X-contact load reduction relay (-J59- / 460), Slot B9
6	Dual washer pump relay 2 (-J730- / 404), Slot B8
7	Dual washer pump relay 1 (-J729- / 404), Slot B7
8	Reserved, Slot B3
9	Terminal 30 power supply relay 2 (-J689- / 449), Slot B4
1	Auxiliary heater relay
2	Starter relay
3	-
4	Fresh air blower motor relay
5	Anti-theft alarm relay / Headlight washer pump relay
6	Fuel pump (FP) relay
7	Engine coolant auxiliary heater relay 1
8	Engine coolant pump relay (select models) / Fuel pump (FP) relay (select models) / Auxiliary heater fuel pump relay (select models)
9	Engine coolant auxiliary heater relay 2

Engine Compartment Fuse Box

Located in the engine compartment next to the battery, under a protective cover.

Overview.

Diagram
No.	Rating / Description
1
2
3	5 A – Body Control Module (BCM)
4	30 A – ABS control module, ABS hydraulic unit
5
6	5 A – Instrument cluster control module, steering column electronics control module
7	40 A – Terminal 15 power supply relay 2
8	25 A – Navigation system display control module, head unit, TV tuner, digital satellite radio tuner, multimedia system control module, voltage converter
9	5 A – Mobile phone control module
10	5 A / 10 A – Main power supply relay, engine control module (ECM)
11	20 A – Auxiliary heater control module
12	5 A – Data bus diagnostic interface (gateway)
13	15 A / 30 A – Engine control module (ECM)
14	5 A – Fuel pressure regulator, fuel metering valve, ignition coils
15	5 A / 10 A / 15 A – Supercharger electromagnetic clutch, heated oxygen sensor, downstream oxygen sensor 1 heater, EVAP system leak diagnostic pump, fuel pump relay, glow plug control module, electric fuel pump relay 2
16	30 A – Body Control Module (BCM)
17	15 A – Anti-theft alarm horn relay
18	30 A – Sound system amplifier
19	30 A – Windshield wiper motor control module
20	10 A – Fuel pressure regulator, auxiliary coolant circulation pump
21	10 A / 20 A – Oxygen sensor heater, fuel pump control module
22	5 A – Clutch pedal position sensor
23	10 A – Charge pressure control solenoid valve, EGR cooler changeover valve, fuel pressure regulator, mass air flow (MAF) sensor
24	10 A – Radiator fan control module, auxiliary heater relay, auxiliary coolant pump relay, main power relay, boost pressure control solenoid, EVAP canister purge valve 1, camshaft adjustment valve 1, turbocharger bypass valve, intake manifold flap valve, auxiliary coolant pump 2, fuel pump relay
25	40 A – ABS control module
26	30 A – Body Control Module (BCM)
27	Not used
28	50 A – Glow plug control module
29	50 A – Driver seat adjustment thermal fuse 1, fuses 54–57 in passenger compartment fuse box
30	50 A – X-contact load reduction relay
A1 – Main ignition circuit relay (diesel)
A2 – Engine control module (ECM) relay (diesel)

High-Power Pre-Fuse Box (Engine Compartment):

1. 200 A – Generator (alternator)
2. 80 A – Power steering control module
3. 50 A – Passenger compartment fuse box (Fuse 40)
4. 50 A – Radiator fan control module
5. 80 A – Passenger compartment fuse box
6. 70 A – Radiator fan control module, high-heat output auxiliary heater relay
7. Reserved
8. 40 A – Low-heat output auxiliary heater relay