Volkswagen Golf Owners Manual: Changing bulbs in the tail light cluster in the tailgate
Fig. 237 In the tailgate: removing the cover
Fig. 238 In the tailgate: removing the bulb holder
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings| The actions should only be carried out in the specified order: | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist. |
| 2. | Open the tailgate. |
| 3. | Carefully prise off the cover in the direction of the arrow using the flat blade of the screwdriver from the vehicle toolkit . |
| 4. | Pull out the fuse . Press the catches ③ on the connector and pull out the connector. |
| 5. | Release the retaining lugs on the bulb holder in the direction of the arrow and pull out the bulb holder. |
| 6. | Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type. |
| 7. | Replace the bulb holder. The retaining lugs must audibly click into place. |
| 8 | Attach the connector to the bulb holder and fit the cover. The cover must engage fully and securely. |
There are various types of rear light, so the position and design of covers, bulbs and bulb holders may vary from those shown in the illustrations.
In tail lights with LED technology, the reversing light is fitted with a normal bulb. This bulb can be changed.
Changing bulbs in the front bumper
Fig. 236 In the front right wheel housing
liner: changing a bulb in the headlight
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warningsBefore changing the bulb in the left-hand ...
Changing bulbs in the tail light cluster in the body
Fig. 239 On the side of the luggage compartment:
removing the tail light cluster
Fig. 240 Tail light cluster in the body:
removing the bulb holder ① to ⑤: release tabs
First read and obser ...
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Balancing wheel, balancing wheel with finish balancer
Note
Before working with a finish balancer, the mechanic needs to
have been instructed by the manufacturer of the balancer.
To balance the wheels, set the wheels of the driven axle on
the sensor platforms. On front-w ...
Assembly overview - front vehicle level senders
Note
The front left/right vehicle level sender -G78/G289- is only
available as a replacement part complete with coupling rod and upper and
lower retaining plates.
1 -
Suspension link
2 -
Subframe
3&nbs ...
Overview of fitting locations - parking brake
1 -
Hexagon socket head bolt
8 Nm
2 -
Parking brake motor
Left parking brake motor -V282-, fitting location: on rear left
brake caliper
Right parking brake motor -V283-, fitting location: on ...
