Ford Fiesta · 2012
2012 Ford Fiesta Heated Windscreen Fuse & Relay
Heated front windscreen not clearing? Find every fuse and relay Ford lists for it.
- UK specification
- Verified data
- Checked 14 October 2026
- Sources
Where is the fuse box?
Option A Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Passenger compartment fuse box (Type 1)
Behind the glove box
- Open the glove box and empty it.
- Press the sides of the glove box inwards and lower the glove box to reach the fuse box.
Option B Fiesta (2008) · Type 2 passenger fuse box
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Passenger compartment fuse box (Type 2)
Behind the glove box
- Open the glove box and empty it.
- Press the sides of the glove box inwards and lower the glove box to reach the fuse box.
Option C Fiesta (2012)
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Passenger compartment fuse box
Behind the glove box
- Open the glove box and empty it.
- Press the sides of the glove box inwards and lower the glove box to reach the fuse box.
Fuse box diagram
Full 2012 Ford Fiesta fuse chartOption A Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the engine compartment fuse box for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the passenger compartment fuse box (type 1) for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
Where to look
- 9
In the engine compartment
Fuse ·60A · Heated windscreen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 9 on the fuse box legend.
- 1
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Ignition, rain sensor, heated windscreen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 1 on the fuse box legend.
- 26
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windscreen, left-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 26 on the fuse box legend.
- 27
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windscreen, right-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 27 on the fuse box legend.
- R2
In the engine compartment
Relay · Glow plugs (DV4 Stage 4 only), Heated windscreen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R2 on the fuse box legend.
Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.
Option B Fiesta (2008) · Type 2 passenger fuse box
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the engine compartment fuse box for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the passenger compartment fuse box (type 2) for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
Where to look
- 9
In the engine compartment
Fuse ·60A · Heated windscreen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 9 on the fuse box legend.
- 1
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Ignition, rain sensor, heated front screen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 1 on the fuse box legend.
- 26
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windscreen, left-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 26 on the fuse box legend.
- 27
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windscreen, right-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 27 on the fuse box legend.
- R2
In the engine compartment
Relay · Glow plugs (DV4 Stage 4 only), Heated windscreen
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R2 on the fuse box legend.
Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.
Option C Fiesta (2012)
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the engine compartment fuse box for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
We haven’t drawn a schematic of the passenger compartment fuse box for this version yet. Use the fuse and relay numbers on this page and the legend on the fuse box to find the right position.
Where to look
- 9
In the engine compartment
Fuse ·60A · Heated windshield
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 9 on the fuse box legend.
- 1
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Ignition, autowipers, heated windshield, dome lamp, interior mirror
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 1 on the fuse box legend.
- 26
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windshield left-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 26 on the fuse box legend.
- 27
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·30A · Heated windshield right-hand side
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 27 on the fuse box legend.
- R2
In the engine compartment
Relay · Heated windshield
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R2 on the fuse box legend.
Always confirm the number against the legend on the fuse box cover before pulling anything.
How to replace the fuse safely
- Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Take the key out, or move a keyless fob away from the car.
- Open the fuse box and find the fuse using the number on the cover legend or the chart on this page.
- Pull the fuse straight out with the plastic fuse puller (usually clipped inside the fuse box) or fine-nose pliers.
- Look at the metal strip inside the fuse. A broken or burnt strip means it has blown.
- Fit a new fuse with exactly the same amperage rating. The number on top and the colour should match.
- Refit the cover, switch on and test the component.
- Never fit a fuse with a higher amperage rating than specified. It can let wiring overheat.
- Never bridge a fuse with wire, foil or anything else.
Checking the relay
- With the ignition off, pull the relay straight out of its socket. Rock it gently if it is tight.
- Relays rarely look damaged when they fail. To test, swap in an identical relay with the same part number from a non-essential circuit.
- If the fault moves to the other circuit, replace the relay. If it doesn’t, the problem is elsewhere.
Fuse keeps blowing?
A fuse that blows again straight away is doing its job. Something on that circuit is drawing too much current. Common causes are damaged wiring shorting to the bodywork, a failing motor or socket, water getting in, or a faulty accessory. Fitting fuse after fuse, or a bigger fuse, won’t fix the fault and can overheat the wiring. Have the circuit tested by an auto electrician.
Not the fuse? Check these next.
Engine running
Heated windscreens usually only work with the engine running, because they draw a lot of current.
Only one side clears
If one half of the screen clears and the other doesn’t, check the fuse for that side first.
After a new windscreen
If the glass has been replaced, check the heating connectors at its edges were plugged back in.
Sources & verification
Option A Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box · Built 2 May 2011 to 26 February 2012
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2011 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 02/05/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 26/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 02/05/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 26/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Handbook — (CG3545en), edition 02/2011 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse box locations (p. 113); Fuse specification chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 114–116); Fuse specification chart — passenger compartment fuse box - Type 1 (pp. 117–118) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Option C Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box · Built from 27 February 2012
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 27/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 27/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Handbook — (CG3545en), edition 02/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse box locations (p. 119); Fuse specification chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 120–122); Fuse specification chart — passenger compartment fuse box - Type 1 (pp. 123–124) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Option B Fiesta (2008) · Type 2 passenger fuse box · Built 2 May 2011 to 26 February 2012
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2011 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 02/05/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 26/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 02/05/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 26/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Handbook — (CG3545en), edition 02/2011 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse box locations (p. 113); Fuse specification chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 114–116); Fuse specification chart — passenger compartment fuse box - Type 2 (pp. 119–122) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Option D Fiesta (2008) · Type 2 passenger fuse box · Built from 27 February 2012
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 27/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Fiesta (2008) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 27/02/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Handbook — (CG3545en), edition 02/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse box locations (p. 119); Fuse specification chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 120–122); Fuse specification chart — passenger compartment fuse box - Type 2 (pp. 125–128) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Option C Fiesta (2012)
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Fiesta (2012) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built Up To: 06/01/2013) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Fiesta (2012) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built Up To: 06/01/2013) · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Online owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Manual — Ford online edition (O22456) · Ford Motor Company · Fuses — Fuse Box Locations; Fuses — Fuse Specification Chart · Accessed 14 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Manual — CG3582en 10/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse Box Locations (p. 134); Fuse Specification Chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 135–137); Fuse Specification Chart — passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 138–140) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.