2025 Volkswagen Golf R Fuses and Fuse Box User Guide

2025 Volkswagen Golf R Fuses and Fuse Box User Guide

The 2025 Volkswagen Golf R fuse and fuse box system protects critical electrical components by shutting down electricity during breakdowns. Understanding their locations and roles allows you to detect problems, repair fuses correctly, and keep your car running smoothly and safely.

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Volkswagen Fuses in the bonnet space Guide

Opening the fuse box in the bonnet space

Fig. 1 In the bonnet space: fuse box.

Fuse box cover.
In some vehicles, a pair of plastic grippers for removing fuses is located on the inside of the cover of the fuse box or on the fuse carrier.

Removing the cover

1. Open the bonnet.
2. To unlock the fuse box cover, push the catches in the direction of the arrow  .
3. Lift off the cover.

Installing the cover

1. Place the cover on the fuse box.
2. Press the cover down until the cover audibly engages into position on both sides.

Fuses in the bonnet space

The overview shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the overview contains the location. The other columns contain the amp rating, the fuse type and the electrical consumer protected by the fuse. Depending on country and on the equipment of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and positions may differ to those given in the overview. If necessary, ask a suitably qualified workshop for the exact fuse layout. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Fuse assignment

Fuse location

F9	15 amps, ATO®, horn.
F10	30 amps, ATO®, front wipers.
F14	20 amps, ATO®, auxiliary heater.
F31	7.5 amps, ATO®, brake light sensor.

Fuses in the dash panel

Opening the fuse box in the dash panel (left-hand drive vehicle)

Fig. 1 On the driver side: fuse box cover in the dash panel (lefthand
drive vehicle)

Removing the cover

1. Reach behind the cover and pull off in the direction of the arrow .

Installing the cover

1. Align the cover on the opposite side and fold it closed in the opposite direction to the arrow until it audibly engages .

Opening the fuse box in the dash panel (right-hand drive vehicle)

Fig. 2 In the dash panel on the front passenger side: fuse box cover
in the dash panel (right-hand drive vehicle)

1. Restrictor.
2. Catches.

Removing the cover

1. Open the glove box and empty if necessary.
2. Push restrictor upwards into the opening of the holder and pull out to the side in the direction of the arrow
3. Press the stop pin in the direction of the arrow and at the same time open the glove box further

Installing the cover

1. Move glove box into position.
2. Insert the restrictor into the opening in the holder and slide upwards in the opposite direction to the arrow until it engages
3. Carefully push the glove box forwards past the resistance of the catches →

Fuses in the dash panel

The overview shows the fuse locations of the electrical consumers relevant for the driver. The first column in the overview contains the
location. The other columns contain the amp rating, the fuse type and the electrical consumer protected by the fuse. Depending on country and on the equipment of your vehicle, the fuse numbers and positions may differ to those given in the overview. If necessary, ask a suitably qualified workshop for the exact fuse layout. Volkswagen recommends using an authorised Volkswagen repairer.

Fuse assignmentFig. 1 In the dash panel: fuse assignment.

Fuse location

F6	30 amps, ATO®, interior lighting.
F7	30 amps, ATO®, seat heating.
F8	20 amps, ATO®, electric glass roof.
F12	40 amps, MAXI+®, right exterior lighting.
F13	40 amps, MAXI+®, central locking.
F20	7.5 amps, MINI®, telephone
F30	20 amps, ATO®, parts for the Infotainment system.
F32	25 amps, ATO®, rear seat heating.
F35	40 amps, MAXI+®, left exterior lighting.
F36	40 amps, MAXI+®, blower regulator.
F40	7.5 amps, MINI®, anti-theft alarm.
F42	7.5 amps, MINI®, selector mechanism for automatic gearbox.
F43	10 amps, MINI®, air conditioning block, rear window heating relay.
F44	7.5 amps, MINI®, light switch (dipped beam), rain and light sensor, electronic parking brake.
F46	7.5 amps, MINI®, display, Infotainment system control panel.
F52	20 amps, ATO®, cigarette lighter, sockets. Please note installation position, factory-fitted fuse location as shown in the illustration.
F66	15 amps, ATO®, rear window wiper.
F67	30 amps, MAXI+®, rear window heating.

Fuse locations for vehicles with factory-fitted towing bracket .

F3	25 amps, ATO®, left trailer control unit.
F11	15 amps, ATO®, trailer control unit.
F29	15 amps, ATO®, trailer charging cable.
F31	25 amps, ATO®, right trailer control unit.

Electric windows and electrically adjustable seats may be protected by circuit breakers which switch on again automatically a  few seconds after the overload, e.g. frozen windows, has been rectified.

Changing blown fuses

Preparations

1. Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.

Detecting a blown fuse

Fig. 1 Blown fuse (illustration).

1. Shine a torch onto the fuse box.

You can see if a fuse is blown from the top and side through the transparent housing due to the melted metal strip .

Fuse types

• Standard flat blade fuse (ATO®).
• Small flat blade fuse (MINI®).
• Large flat blade fuse (MAXI® or MAXI+®).

Colour coding of fuses
Fuses (ATO® – MINI® – MAXI® and MAXI+®).

Colour	Amp rating
Black	1 amps
Purple	3 amps
light brown	5 amps
Brown	7.5 amps
Red	10 amps
Blue	15 amps
Yellow	20 amps
White or transparent	25 amps
Green	30 amps
Orange	40 amps
Red	50 amps

Introduction to the topic

Changing fuses

Fig. 2 Plastic grippers for pulling out and inserting a fuse
(illustration).

1. If present, take the plastic grippers out of the fuse box or the cover of the fuse box → Fig. 2 .
2. Push the plastic grippers clip suitable for the fuse type onto the fuse from the top or the side.
3. Remove the fuse.
4. If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse with the same rating (same colour and same markings) and same size → .
5. Once the new fuse has been inserted, put the plastic grippers back in the cover.
6. nsert the cover again or close the fuse box cover.

NOTICE
You can damage another location in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp rating.

• Never replace a fuse with a fuse that has a higher rating.
  For technical reasons, your vehicle may not be push-started → . If the engine cannot be started because the 12-volt vehicle battery
  is flat, the discharged battery can be connected to the 12-volt battery of another vehicle to start the engine. In vehicles with a 12-volt vehicle battery in the vehicle interior or luggage compartment, the jump leads must always be connected to the jump-start connection points in the bonnet space.

How to Replace the Fuses of the 2025 Volkswagen Golf R

To replace the fuses in a 2025 Volkswagen Golf R, follow these steps:

Materials:

1. The new fuse of the correct amperage.
2. Fuse puller or needle-nose pliers.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Turn Off the Vehicle: Ensure the ignition is off and the key is removed to prevent any electrical mishaps.

2. Access the Appropriate Fuse Box: Depending on the malfunctioning component, identify and open the relevant fuse box.

3. Locate the Faulty Fuse: Using the fuse diagram, pinpoint the fuse associated with the malfunctioning component.

4. Inspect the Fuse: A blown fuse will have a broken filament or appear blackened.

5. Remove the Faulty Fuse: Use a fuse puller or a pair of needle-nose pliers to gently extract the damaged fuse.

6. Insert a New Fuse: Replace it with a fuse of the same amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher rating can cause electrical damage.

7. Test the Component: Turn on the vehicle and check if the component is functioning correctly.

8. Tips:
   Always replace fuses with one of the same amperage to prevent electrical issues.

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