Volkswagen Golf Service & Repair Manual: Removing and installing tail light in rear lid
 Note
| Removal and installation are described for the left side.
Removal and installation on the right side are carried out in
the same way. |
| If the event of a defective LED, the entire tail light needs
to be renewed. |
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Turn light switch to “0” position. |
Caution
| Danger of damage to component surfaces. |
| When using leverage tools, mask visible areas of the
component with commercially available adhesive tape. |
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If needed, apply a narrow screwdriver at opening on side.
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Press off cover -1- in
-direction of arrow-. |
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Disconnect electrical connector -2-. |
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Remove left tail light 2 -MX5--3-
outwards. |
| Install in the reverse order of removal, observing the
following: |
Note
| Ensure that the gap between vehicle body and tail light
housing is properly sealed by the seal. |
| Make sure that the connector is engaged firmly. |
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Swing left tail light 2 -MX5- from the outside into rear lid
opening. |
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Align it properly to make contact at top and centre. |
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Screw on nuts first at top and then at bottom of left tail
light 2 -MX5- and tighten them. |
| → Chapter „Assembly overview - tail lights in rear lid, with
bulbs“ |
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Bulb holder
For left reversing light bulb -M16-/right reversing light bulb
-M17-.
Removing and installing
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Note
Installation position can only be corrected on tail light
cluster on body.
Removal and installation are described for ...
Other materials:
Description
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings The full range of functions of the ProActive occupant
protection system will only be available if the function has been activated in the
infotainment system, the Sport driving mode is not active, and
there are no fault ...
Removing and installing selector mechanism with selector lever cable
Special tools and workshop equipment
required
Removal lever -80 - 200-
Brief description
In the interior, the centre console must be removed.
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Parking
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings Please adhere to relevant legislation when stopping and
parking your vehicle.
Stopping the vehicle
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Stop the vehicle on a suitable surface .
Depre ...
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Assembly overview - tail lights in rear lid, with LEDs
Adjusting installation position of tail light