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2012 Ford Focus Wiper Fuse

Wipers stopped working? Find the fuses for the front wipers, rear wiper and automatic wipers.

  • UK specification
  • Verified data
  • Checked 14 October 2026
  • Sources

Quick answer

Verified

Applies toBuilt 8 August 2011 to 8 January 2012Built 9 January 2012 to 1 April 2012Built 2 April 2012 to 28 May 2012Built 29 May 2012 to 3 October 2012Built 4 October 2012 to 25 August 2013

Windscreen wipers

Fuse
18
Amperage
20A
Fuse box
Engine compartment
Location
In the engine compartment

Rear window wiper

Fuse
42
Amperage
15A
Fuse box
Engine compartment
Location
In the engine compartment

Where is 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 2012 Ford Focus fuse chart

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

  • 18

    In the engine compartment

    Fuse ·20A · Windscreen wipers

    Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 18 on the fuse box legend.

  • 42

    In the engine compartment

    Fuse ·15A · Rear window wiper

    Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse 42 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

  1. Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment. Take the key out, or move a keyless fob away from the car.
  2. Open the fuse box and find the fuse using the number on the cover legend or the chart on this page.
  3. Pull the fuse straight out with the plastic fuse puller (usually clipped inside the fuse box) or fine-nose pliers.
  4. Look at the metal strip inside the fuse. A broken or burnt strip means it has blown.
  5. Fit a new fuse with exactly the same amperage rating. The number on top and the colour should match.
  6. 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.

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.

  • Frozen or stuck blades

    Blades frozen to the glass, or snow packed below the windscreen, can stall the motor and blow the fuse. Free them before switching on.

  • Loose wiper arm

    If you can hear the motor running but an arm doesn’t move, the nut holding the arm or the linkage may have come loose.

  • Wiper stalk

    If some speeds work and others don’t, the stalk switch is more likely than the fuse.

Sources & verification

Applies toBuilt 8 August 2011 to 8 January 2012

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2011 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 08/08/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 08/01/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 08/08/2011 Vehicles Built Up To: 08/01/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 08/2011 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 180–182); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 183–185); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 185–187) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Applies toBuilt 9 January 2012 to 1 April 2012

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 09/01/2012 Vehicles Built Up To: 01/04/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 01/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 180–182); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 183–185); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 185–187) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Applies toBuilt 2 April 2012 to 28 May 2012

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 02/04/2012 Vehicles Built Up To: 28/05/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 04/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 186–188); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 190–191); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 191–193) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Applies toBuilt 29 May 2012 to 3 October 2012

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 29/05/2012 Vehicles Built Up To: 03/10/2012) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 06/2012 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 187–189); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 191–192); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 192–194) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Applies toBuilt 4 October 2012 to 25 August 2013

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2012 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 04/10/2012 Vehicles Built Up To: 25/08/2013) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 04/10/2012 Vehicles Built Up To: 25/08/2013) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 01/2013 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 191–193); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 195–196); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 196–198) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Fuse layouts can differ between trim levels and optional equipment. Always confirm against the legend on your fuse box.