Windshield Washer Not Spraying? Quick Ford Focus Fuse Fix! (2012–2021)

Hey everyone! Welcome back to the blog! Today, we’re diving into a quick and easy fix for the Ford Focus MK3 (2012–2018) and MK4 (2019–2021). If your windshield washer pump isn’t spraying and you’re stuck with a dirty windshield, don’t worry — it might just be a blown fuse! It’s super easy to check, and I’m going to show you exactly where to find the fuses and how to replace them. So let’s get started!

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Ford Focus 2012–2018 (MK3) — Washer Pump Fuse Location
Ford Focus 2019–2021 (MK4) — Washer Pump Fuse Location
Here’s what to check:
Steps:
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Ford Focus 2012–2018 (MK3) — Washer Pump Fuse Location

Time needed: 7 minutes

For the MK3 Ford Focus, the washer pump fuses are located inside the car, underneath the glove box on the passenger side.

Remove the lower fuse cover
Squeeze the sides of the cover and pull it down to remove it.
Locate the fuses
Behind the cover, you’ll see a bunch of fuses and the Body Control Module — the brain that controls much of your car’s electronics.
Check these two fuses
Fuse number 77 — Yellow 20-amp fuse
Fuse number 82 — Yellow 20-amp fuse
Inspect and Replace
Pull out the fuses and inspect them. If you notice any burnt or broken elements inside, that’s likely your problem.
➔ Replace any damaged fuse with a new 20-amp fuse.

Ford Focus 2019–2021 (MK4) — Washer Pump Fuse Location

For the newer MK4 Ford Focus, the fuse layout is different. The fuses you need are located in the engine bay fuse box. Check this video to find it.

Here’s what to check:

Fuse number 3 — 10-amp Micro2 fuse (for the Windshield Heated Washer Jets)
Fuse number 76 — 20-amp Micro2 fuse, yellow (for the Headlamp Washer Pump)
Fuse number 82 — 20-amp Micro2 fuse, yellow (for the Rear Window Washer Pump)

Steps:

Open the engine bay fuse box.
Find and pull out the fuses listed above.
Inspect the fuses for any damage.
Replace any blown fuse with a new one of the same amperage.

Need More Help?

Check out our YouTube video tutorial for a visual step-by-step guide.

Final Thoughts

And that’s it — a quick and easy way to fix your Ford Focus windshield washer pump by checking and replacing the right fuses! If you run into any other issues with your Ford Focus, feel free to drop a comment below — I’m always happy to help or even make a video just for you! Thanks for hanging out with me today!

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