2008-2013 Volkswagen Golf Tail Light Bulb Replacement

The 2008-2013 Volkswagen Golf tail light bulbs...

iFixit Library Volkswagen Golf VI Easy 5 - 10 minutes Guide 31788

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Guide overview

Before you begin

The 2008-2013 Volkswagen Golf tail light bulbs may burn out over time. This replacement guide will instruct users how to locate, remove, and replace these light bulbs.

Step 1

Locate tail light compartment

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On the driver's side of the vehicle's rear cargo area, locate the rectangular tail light compartment cover.

Step 2

Remove cover

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Using your fingers, gently pull the cover away from the compartment.

Step 3

Locate the light bulb assembly

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With the cover removed, locate the light bulb assembly.
Use a flathead screwdriver to release the locking tab.

Step 4

Remove the light bulb assembly

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Pull gently to remove the light bulb assembly.
The assembly will remain connected to the vehicle via the wiring harness.

Step 5

Locate the light bulb

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Turn the assembly so that the smaller tail light bulb and larger fog light bulb are visible.

Step 6

Remove the tail light bulb

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Using your fingers, gently pull the tail light bulb out of the socket.
Insert a new replacement light bulb into the tail light socket.
Excess force may cause light bulbs to break.