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Ford Focus · 2013

2013 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
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Which 2013 Focus do you have?

The wiper fuse differs between versions of the 2013 Ford Focus. Until you choose, every possible result is shown.

Not sure which Focus you have?
  • Ford UK lists the 2013 Focus under more than one model name: Focus (2010) and Focus Electric (2013). Their fuse layouts differ.
  • Ford UK’s Owner Manuals page can find your car’s handbook from its VIN. The page it opens is titled with Ford’s model name, for example “Focus (2010)”.
  • Your printed owner’s handbook, or a franchised dealer with your VIN, can also confirm it.

If you can’t confirm it, keep both results in mind and check the fuse box legend before removing anything.

Quick answer

Verified

Option A Focus (2010)

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

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

Quick answer

Verified

Option B Focus Electric (2013)

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

Windshield wiper

Fuse
F18
Amperage
20A
Fuse box
Electric motor compartment
Location
In the electric motor compartment (under the bonnet)

Rear window wiper

Fuse
F42
Amperage
15A
Fuse box
Electric motor compartment
Location
In the electric motor compartment (under the bonnet)

Rear window wiper

Relay
R3
Fuse box
Load compartment
Location
In the load (luggage) compartment

Where is the fuse box?

Option A Focus (2010)

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 Focus Electric (2013)

Electric motor compartment fuse box

In the electric motor compartment (under the bonnet)

  1. Lift the release lever at the rear of the cover to remove it.

Load compartment fuse box

In the load (luggage) compartment

Our source doesn’t describe how to open this fuse box. Check your owner’s handbook.

Fuse box diagram

Full 2013 Ford Focus fuse chart

Option A Focus (2010)

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.

Option B Focus Electric (2013)

We haven’t drawn a schematic of the electric motor 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 load 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

  • F18

    In the electric motor compartment (under the bonnet)

    Fuse ·20A · Windshield wiper

    Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse F18 on the fuse box legend.

  • F42

    In the electric motor compartment (under the bonnet)

    Fuse ·15A · Rear window wiper

    Position not shown on the schematic. Find fuse F42 on the fuse box legend.

  • R3

    In the load (luggage) compartment

    Relay · Rear window wiper

    Position not shown on the schematic. Find relay R3 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.

Checking the relay

  1. With the ignition off, pull the relay straight out of its socket. Rock it gently if it is tight.
  2. Relays rarely look damaged when they fail. To test, swap in an identical relay with the same part number from a non-essential circuit.
  3. 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.

  • 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

Option A Focus (2010) · Built 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

Option B Focus (2010) · Built 26 August 2013 to 2 March 2014

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2013 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 26/08/2013 Vehicles Built Up To: 02/03/2014) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Manufacturer manual listingFord UK — 2014 Focus (2010) owner manuals · Ford Motor Company · Owner’s Manual (Vehicles Built From: 26/08/2013 Vehicles Built Up To: 02/03/2014) · Accessed 14 October 2026
  • Owner’s manualFord Focus (2010) Owner’s Manual — CG3568en, edition 09/2013 · Ford Motor Company · Fuse specification chart — Engine compartment fuse box (pp. 192–194); Fuse specification chart — Passenger compartment fuse box (pp. 195–197); Fuse specification chart — Load compartment fuse box (pp. 197–199) · Accessed 14 October 2026

Option B Focus Electric (2013)

Status
Verified
Specification
UK market
Last checked
14 October 2026

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