Volkswagen T-Cross C1 (2019-2023) is a compact SUV based on the Volkswagen Group MQB A0 platform. The fuse installation comprises the passenger compartment fuse panel with 61 positions, engine fuse panel with 28 positions and a six-position high-current supply block by the battery. Petrol TSI, diesel TDI and equipment variants do not always populate the same slots.
All 95 original source rows across three tables and three diagrams are preserved here. The source does not provide universal amperage for the 61 interior or 28 engine fuses, so those ratings remain marked “-” instead of being guessed. The battery block does contain explicitly listed high-current values. Do not install a fuse into a position labelled unused simply because a number or current appears in a general diagram.
Where are the Volkswagen T-Cross fuse boxes?
Cabin: below the driver’s dashboard behind the access cover. Engine compartment: in a protective electrical housing near the battery. High-current block: immediately by the battery, separately numbered 1-6. Switch off the ignition before accessing panels; high-current main power protection requires qualified service.
T-Cross interior fuses F1-F61
The cabin box controls lighting, door windows, central locking, Climatronic, audio, emergency systems, wipers, 12 V sockets and optional keyless access. 12 V outlet: F55. Radio: F19; radio/navigation display: F24. Horn: F36. Rear wiper: F43. Windscreen washer pumps: F58. The rating column is unspecified in the source; check the actual car’s fuse label.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | – | Unused position |
| F2 | – | Mobile-phone USB charging dock |
| F3 | – | Audio amplifier |
| F4 | – | Unused position |
| F5 | – | Electric sunroof |
| F6 | – | Central locking |
| F7 | – | Unused position |
| F8 | – | Climatronic cabin blower |
| F9 | – | Unused position |
| F10 | – | Unused position |
| F11 | – | Unused position |
| F12 | – | Unused position |
| F13 | – | Diagnostic socket, rain/light sensor, steering-column light switches and headlamp switch |
| F14 | – | Front/rear windscreen wiper and washer stalk |
| F15 | – | Instrument cluster |
| F16 | – | Right-side exterior lighting |
| F17 | – | Front/rear right electric windows, right exterior mirror adjustment and automatic mirror dip |
| F18 | – | Windscreen washer equipment |
| F19 | – | Radio |
| F20 | – | Heated rear window |
| F21 | – | Ignition key locking and starter solenoid interlock |
| F22 | – | Unused position |
| F23 | – | Reversing camera |
| F24 | – | Navigation radio display |
| F25 | – | Multifunction steering wheel |
| F26 | – | Unused position |
| F27 | – | Unused position |
| F28 | – | Ultrasonic anti-theft alarm sensor |
| F29 | – | Unused position |
| F30 | – | Unused position |
| F31 | – | Climatronic controller |
| F32 | – | Ignition switch interlock |
| F33 | – | Front/rear left electric windows and left exterior mirror |
| F34 | – | Unused position |
| F35 | – | Left-side exterior lighting |
| F36 | – | Horn |
| F37 | – | Unused position |
| F38 | – | Vehicle electrical supply controller |
| F39 | – | Parking assistance controller |
| F40 | – | Light switch, reversing-light switch, diagnostic port, interior mirror and reversing camera |
| F41 | – | Unused position |
| F42 | – | Clutch sensor, starter relays 1 and 2, air-conditioning pressure switch |
| F43 | – | Rear window wiper motor |
| F44 | – | Airbag controller |
| F45 | – | Unused position |
| F46 | – | Unused position |
| F47 | – | Unused position |
| F48 | – | Keyless entry/access controller |
| F49 | – | Unused position |
| F50 | – | Unused position |
| F51 | – | Unused position |
| F52 | – | Right LED headlamp |
| F53 | – | Automatic transmission selector and key removal interlock on cars without KESSY |
| F54 | – | Left LED headlamp |
| F55 | – | 12 V power socket |
| F56 | – | Passenger compartment ventilation blower |
| F57 | – | Unused position |
| F58 | – | Front and rear window washer pumps |
| F59 | – | Unused position |
| F60 | – | Unused position |
| F61 | – | Unused position |
T-Cross engine bay fuses F1-F28
Power is supplied to the ECM, petrol injectors, fuel pump, automatic transmission, starter motor, engine cooling and ABS/ESC. Engine controller: F1 and F14. Fuel pump: F4/F8, depending on the injection system. Starter: F18. ABS/ESC: F20 and F21. Radiator fan: F25-F27 according to MPI engine configuration. Always use engine-specific fuse ratings from the manufacturer’s documentation.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| F1 | – | Engine Control Module (ECM) |
| F2 | – | Fuel metering valve and coolant pump |
| F3 | – | Upstream and downstream oxygen (lambda) sensors |
| F4 | – | Fuel pump |
| F5 | – | Engine cooling fan, oil-pressure valve, intake/exhaust camshaft actuators, charcoal canister purge valve and ethanol sensor |
| F6 | – | Ignition coils |
| F7 | – | Brake vacuum pump |
| F8 | – | Fuel pump relay on MPI, and petrol injectors |
| F9 | – | Brake pedal sensor |
| F10 | – | Electrical control unit |
| F11 | – | Unused position |
| F12 | – | Unused position |
| F13 | – | Unused position |
| F14 | – | Fuel injection main relay, ECM and ABS/ESC controller |
| F15 | – | Automatic transmission controller |
| F16 | – | Unused position |
| F17 | – | Starter circuit terminal 50 |
| F18 | – | Starter motor |
| F19 | – | Unused position |
| F20 | – | ESC/ABS module |
| F21 | – | ESC/ABS module additional supply |
| F22 | – | Unused position |
| F23 | – | Unused position |
| F24 | – | Unused position |
| F25 | – | Radiator cooling fan first speed on MPI engines |
| F26 | – | Radiator cooling fan |
| F27 | – | Radiator cooling fan second speed on MPI engines |
| F28 | – | Unused position |
T-Cross high-current battery fuse block 1-6
The separately numbered main fuse block includes alternator position 1 (350 A), engine fuse box power at 3 (150 A), dashboard feeds 4 (80 A) and 5 (125 A) and power steering supply 6 (80 A). Position 2 is labelled unused even though the source assigns an 80 A value; that is not a recommendation to fit a fuse to an empty socket.
| Position | Rating [A] | Protected circuit / function |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 350 | Alternator charging supply |
| 2 | 80 | Unused position; the source nevertheless gives an 80 A value |
| 3 | 150 | Engine compartment fuse box main power feed |
| 4 | 80 | Dashboard fuse box secondary supply |
| 5 | 125 | Dashboard fuse box primary supply |
| 6 | 80 | Electric power steering high-current feed |
T-Cross common electrical fuse checks
For a dead cigarette lighter or 12 V socket, check cabin F55, disconnect connected devices and inspect the socket. If the radio or touchscreen stops working, inspect F19 and F24. For the rear wiper check F43; for washer pumps F58; for the horn F36. These are circuit positions only; the source does not confirm an ampere value for all versions.
The T-Cross shares a platform family with the Volkswagen Polo VI AW (2017-2020) and the SEAT Ibiza V (2018), but the fuse installations and ratings are not directly interchangeable. Confirm the year and equipment rather than copying a similar model’s fuse.
VW T-Cross 2019-2023 fuse box FAQ
Which fuse controls the 12 V socket?
Passenger compartment F55 in the documented installation.
Where is the main power steering fuse?
Battery distribution position 6, rated 80 A in the source. High-current repairs require specialist procedures.
Which fuse protects the starter?
Engine compartment position F18, with the correct rating depending on the vehicle.
Can I use a VW Polo VI fuse chart?
No. The two cars have related electrical components but their actual fuse-box population and protection must be checked separately.
Use only the factory specified fuse type and amperage; do not bridge fuses or increase ratings to bypass repeated failures.