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DO-IT-YOURSELF-SERVICE
REPLACING BULBS
Before starting to replace a bulb, switch off
the respective circuit.
Do not touch the glass part of the new bulb
with bare fingers. Finger prints left on the
glass evaporate when the bulb gets hot,
the vapor settles on the reflector surface and dims it.
Always use the same
type
of bulb. The designation is marked on the bulb.
It is advisable to always
carry
a box of
spare bulbs in the vehicle. Bulbs can be
obtained from any VW dealer.
It should contain, at least, the following
bulbs which are important for traffic safety:
12V/70/50W
- Headlight
12V/21
/5W -
Front
turn
signal and
front
side marker light
12V/21W
- Rear
turn
signal
12V/3W
- Rear side marker light
12V/21/5W
- Brake and tail lights
12V/4W
- Licence plate light Headlights
The outer units are for low and high beams and have two filaments. The auxiliary
driving lamps are for high beam only and have one filament.
Should it become necessary to replace a
headlight bulb, the air intake grille must be
removed first. • With a screwdriver loosen the five
quick-release screws along upper edge c
grille.
•
Pull
the grille slightly toward you.
•
Then
lift the grille out of its retainer.
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