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Front view 
 
Fig. 2 Front view of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 2 
 
Windscreen: 
Vehicle identification number Technical data
Windscreen wipers WipersWiper blades
Rain/light sensor in the area of the interior mirror Rain/light sensorCaring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior
Sensor for lighting functions Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exterior
Bonnet opening lever In the engine compartment
Behind the Volkswagen badge: radar sensor for assist systems Caring for and cleaning the 
vehicle exterior
Sensors for assist systems Caring for and cleaning the vehicle exteriorDriver assist systems
Behind a cover: mounting for towing eye Tow-starting or towing
Lights in the bumper LightsChanging bulbs 
     
        
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e view 
 
Fig. 3 Overview of the right side of the vehicle. 
Key to Fig. 3 
Tail light cluster LightsChanging bulbs
Tank flap Fuel and emission control
Door release lever Doors and central locking button
Roof railing Roof carrier
Exterior mirror Exterior mirrors
Headlights Lights
Lifting points for the jack Changing a wheel
 
 
 
 
 
  
     
        
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Turn signals 
Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights 
Tail light clusters 
Brake lights 
Rear fog light 
Number plate light 
Information on changing bulbs Changing bulbs 
 
DANGER 
Please observe important safety information about the front passenger front airbag Fitting and 
using chi
 
WARNING 
Driving under the influence of alcohol, drugs, medication or narcotics could cause accidents and fatal 
injuries. 
Alcohol, drugs, medication and narcotics can severely impair senses, reaction times and driving 
safety. This could cause you to lose control of the vehicle. 
 
WARNING 
Always observe current traffic regulations and speed limits, and think ahead when driving. The 
correct interpretation of the driving situation can make the difference between reaching your 
destination safely and having an accident with serious injuries. 
 
NOTICE 
Volkswagen is not responsible for any vehicle damage caused by low-quality fuel, inadequate 
servicing work or non-availability of Genuine Parts. 
 
Observe the instructions and information for vehicles with an N1 approval Information about 
vehicles with N1 approval (light commercial vehicle) 
  
     
        
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 and the driver door opened, acoustic 
warnings sound under the following conditions: 
If the parking light is switched on. 
If the side lights are switched on or the rear fog light is switched on . 
When the Coming Home function is switched on, no signal tone will be given as a reminder that a 
light is still switched on when leaving the vehicle. 
 
Some settings can be stored in the user accounts of the personalisation function and therefore 
change when the user account changes Personalisation 
Troubleshooting 
  Turn signal indicator lamp 
If a turn signal on the vehicle has failed, the indicator lamp will start flashing twice as fast. 
The indicator lamp flashes green. 
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required Changing bulbs 
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop. 
Does not apply in China and Japan: trailer turn signals indicator lamp 
The indicator lamp goes out if a trailer turn signal or all trailer lights stop working. 
The indicator lamp flashes green. 
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required Changing bulbs 
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop. 
Vehicle lighting not working 
Vehicle lighting has failed either completely or partially. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
Check the lighting and change the appropriate bulb as required Changing bulbs 
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop. 
Fault in rain/light sensor 
In the light switch position , the vehicle lighting is not switched on or off automatically. 
The indicator lamp lights up yellow. 
Switch the ignition off and on. 
If the problem persists, go to a qualified workshop.  
     
        
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Damaged or dirty wiper blades can scratch the window glass. 
can damage the graphite coating of the wiper blades during cleaning. 
 
 
Wax deposits from car washes on the windscreen and rear window can cause the wiper blades to 
rub. Remove wax residue using a special cleaning product or cleaning cloths. 
Changing bulbs 
 Introduction 
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects: 
Checklist 
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (halogen bulbs)
Changing the bulbs in the headlights (lights with LED technology)
Changing the front turn signal bulbs
Changing bulbs in the front bumper
Changing bulbs in the tail light clusters (LED l
Changing bulbs in the number plate light (LED lights)
Troubleshooting
Changing the vehicle bulbs requires a certain amount of technical skill. Volkswagen therefore 
recommends having bulbs replaced by a qualified workshop if you are uncertain. The work must be 
performed by an expert if other vehicle parts around the affected bulbs need to be removed. 
Volkswagen recommends having bulbs replaced by a Volkswagen dealership. 
You should keep a box with spare light bulbs for the lights that ensure the vehicle is roadworthy in 
the vehicle at all times. Spare bulbs are available from Volkswagen dealerships. In some countries it 
is a legal requirement to have these spare bulbs in the vehicle. 
It may be illegal to drive with defective lights of the exterior lighting. 
Information on indicator and warning lamps can be found in the troubleshooting section at the end 
of the chapter Troubleshooting 
LED lights on the vehicle 
The exterior lighting may feature LEDs: Owners cannot replace the LEDs themselves. If some LEDs 
fail, this may be an indication that more elements are on the point of failure. In this case, have the 
lights checked and replaced if necessary at a qualified workshop.  
     
        
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Additional bulb specifications 
Some bulbs in headlights or in tail light clusters might have factory specifications that are different to 
standard bulbs. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base. 
 
WARNING 
Accidents can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have difficulty 
seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all. 
 
WARNING 
Changing bulbs incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries. 
In the 
engine compa
injuries can be sustained here. 
 
 
 change a bulb unless you are familiar with the procedure. If you are uncertain of what to 
do, the work should be carried out by a qualified workshop. 
heat will cause fingerprints to evaporate on the bulb, which in turn will cause the reflector to go 
blind. 
-edged parts in the headlight housing in the engine compartment and on the tail 
light cluster housing. Protect your hands when changing bulbs. 
 
NOTICE 
Damage to the electrical system can be caused by water entering the system if the rubber cover or 
plastic covers on the headlight housing are not properly mounted after a bulb has been changed. 
Checklist Information on changing bulbs  
     
        
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t read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings
Checklist 
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the given order  
 
Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic. 
 
Switch on the electronic parking brake Electronic parking brake. 
 
Turn the light switch to position 0 Switching lights on and off. 
 
Move the turn signal and main beam lever to neutral position Switching turn signals on and off. 
   
Automatic gearbox: move the selector lever to position P DSG
     
        
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bulb would cause the remaining fingerprint to evaporate and be deposited on the reflector. This will 
impair the light output of the headlight. 
 
After changing a bulb, check to ensure that the bulb is working properly. If the bulb is not working 
properly, the bulb may not have been inserted properly, may have failed again, or the connector 
may have been fitted incorrectly. 
 
Any time you change a bulb at the front of the vehicle, the headlight settings should be checked by a 
qualified workshop. 
 
WARNING 
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe injuries. 
 
 
NOTICE 
Always take care when removing or fitting lights to prevent damage to the paintwork or to other 
vehicle parts. 
Changing bulbs in the front headlights (halogen bulbs) 
 
Fig. 166 In engine compartment: covers on the left-