Where is the fuse box located in the Golf 7?
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The fuse box in the Golf 7 is located behind the glove compartment under the steering wheel. The fuse box features waterproof, fireproof, and high-temperature resistance characteristics. Taking the 2021 Golf 7 as an example, it belongs to the compact car category with body dimensions of: length 4296mm, width 1788mm, height 1471mm, wheelbase of 2636mm, fuel tank capacity of 51 liters, and a curb weight of 1310kg. The 2021 Golf 7 has a front suspension of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension of torsion beam non-independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.2L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 116PS, maximum power of 85kW, maximum torque of 200Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
There are two locations to note when looking for the Golf 7's fuse boxes. The main fuse box is located in the engine compartment—open the hood and look toward the windshield, right beneath the wiper mechanism. The cover is plastic; press the small latch at the corner and lift it upward to open. There’s also a secondary fuse box hidden inside the cabin, specifically below the steering wheel on the left. Sit in the driver’s seat, lean down, and look toward the accelerator pedal to spot a long plastic cover with a latch. Insert your finger into the groove and pull outward to open it. Before working, remember to disconnect the negative battery terminal. Use a dedicated fuse puller to replace fuses—never poke around with metal tweezers. For the fuse diagram, check the sticker on the back of the cover. If you can’t understand it, take a photo and send it to an auto repair shop for guidance.
Last time I helped my colleague fix the no-power issue with the Golf 7 cigarette lighter, it was all about checking the secondary fuse box. It's located behind the panel where your left knee touches near the driver's left leg area. Just pry it open from the bottom edge with your fingernail, and you'll see dozens of neatly arranged colored mini fuses inside. The main fuse box in the engine compartment handles things like headlights and fans, located behind the battery and covered by three plastic clips. Remember to take a photo with your phone before pulling any fuses, or you might reinsert them incorrectly. Position 21 often blows the cigarette lighter fuse, and spare fuses are usually stored in the small compartment on the back of the panel. For beginners, I recommend buying a circuit tester set—don't just yank them out forcefully.
After driving the Golf 7 for three years, I'm familiar with the engine compartment fuse box location: Remove the two nuts on the wiper arm, then rotate the black plastic cover counterclockwise to release its clips and lift it off. The one in the driver's seat is simpler - just remove the storage compartment under the steering wheel and reach up to feel the trapezoidal cover. For replacing fuses, prepare a T20 screwdriver. The numbering on the diagram at the back of the cover corresponds to the positions in the manual. Note that glass tube fuses and blade-type fuses cannot be mixed, and the fuse rating must never be exceeded. The frequently blown radio fuse is located at position F19 in the cabin.
