Ford Fiesta · 2013
2013 Ford Fiesta Reversing Light Fuse & Relay
Reversing light not working? Check the reversing lamp fuse and relay.
- UK specification
- Verified data
- Checked 13 October 2026
- Sources
Where is the fuse box?
Option A Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box
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.
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Option B Fiesta (2008) · Type 2 passenger fuse box
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.
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Option C Fiesta (2012)
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.
Engine compartment fuse box
In the engine compartment
Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.
Fuse box diagram
Full 2013 Ford Fiesta fuse chartOption A Fiesta (2008) · Type 1 passenger fuse box
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.
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.
Where to look
- 3
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Reversing lamp, Rear view camera (VP)
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 3 on the fuse box legend.
- R12
In the engine compartment
Relay · Reverse lamp
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R12 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 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.
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.
Where to look
- 3
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Reversing lamp
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 3 on the fuse box legend.
- R12
In the engine compartment
Relay · Reverse lamp
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R12 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 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.
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.
Where to look
- 3
Behind the glove box
Fuse ·7.5A · Reversing lamp
Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 3 on the fuse box legend.
- R12
In the engine compartment
Relay · Reversing lamp
Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R12 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.
Bulb
A blown bulb is the most common cause. Some cars have only one reversing light.
Reverse light switch
On manual cars, a switch on the gearbox turns the light on in reverse. It can fail or become unplugged.
Sources & verification
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
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
Fiesta (2012) · Built up to 6 January 2013
- 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
Fiesta (2012) · Built 7 January 2013 to 20 March 2014
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2014 Fiesta (2012) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 07/01/2013 Vehicles Built Up To: 20/03/2014) · Accessed 13 October 2026
- Owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Manual — CG3582en 09/2013 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse Box Locations (p. 142); Fuse Specification Chart — engine compartment fuse box (pp. 143–145); Fuse Specification Chart — passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 146–149) · Accessed 13 October 2026
- Online owner’s manualFord Fiesta Owner’s Manual — Ford online edition (O24742) · Ford Motor Company · Fuses — Fuse Box Locations; Fuses — Fuse Specification Chart · Accessed 13 October 2026
- Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Fiesta (2012) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 07/01/2013 Vehicles Built Up To: 20/03/2014) · Accessed 14 October 2026
Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.