1. Observe the checklist and carry out the operations
described in it ÿ p. 315.
There are different versions of rear light
assemblies, hence the position and design of
the bulb holders and lamps may differ from those
shown in the figures.
2. Open the tailgate.
3. Open the hole in the boot side trim in the area of
the rear light unit in the direction of the arrow ÿ
fig. 218.
In the case of LED technology taillights, some
lights may be equipped with "conventional"
bulbs. These lamps can be changed.
4. Pull out the red lock ÿ fig. 218 1 of the connector
In necessary case,
and uncouple it 2 use a suita.ble tool to loosen
said red lock.
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5. Unlock the fixing screw ÿ fig. 218 3 counterclockwise.
Introduction to the topic
6. Release the rear light assembly from the body
back carefully.
Due to the fact that the vehicle is constantly being
developed, that the fuses are assigned depending on
the equipment and that one fuse can correspond to
several electrical consumers, at press time it had not
been possible to compile a complete overview with
the positions of the fuses.
More detailed information on the assignment of the
fuses can be requested from an appropriately
qualified specialist workshop. Volkswagen
recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
7. Remove the rear light assembly and place it on
a clean and smooth surface.
change the lamp
Perform the following operations only in the order
listed:
1. Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise as far as it will
go and carefully pull it out of the rear light unit
together with the bulb.
A fuse can generally correspond to several electrical
consumers. In the same way, a consumer can
correspond to several fuses.
2. Replace the faulty lamp with a new one of the same
type.
Do not replace the fuses without first eliminating the
cause of the failure. If a fuse blows again shortly after
3. Place the bulb holder carefully in the
rear light assembly and turn it clockwise until it
engages.
replacing it, have the electrical system checked by a
qualified specialist workshop. Volkswagen recommends
a Volkswagen dealer.
Install the rear light group
Perform the following operations only in the order
listed:
WARNING
1. Place the rear light assembly in the hole of
the bodywork carefully.
The electrical system is under high voltage and can
cause electric shock, severe burns and death!
2. With one hand hold the rear light unit in the
mounting position and with the other hand screw
· Never touch the electrical wires of the ignition
system.
.
in the fixing screw ÿ fig. 218 3
· Avoid short circuits in the electrical system.
3. Check that the rear light group has
been mounted correctly and is well fixed.
WARNING
4. Fit the connector to the lamp holder and insert it
it.
Using improper or repaired fuses and bridging an
electrical circuit without fuses can cause fire and
serious injury.
5. Close the hole in the boot side trim in the area of
the rear light unit in the opposite direction of the
arrow.
Never mount fuses with a protection
lower.
6. Close the tailgate.
· Replace fuses only with ones of the same
amperage and size. Make sure that the color and
engraving are identical to those of the faulty fuse.
The figures show the rear left light group. The
housing of the rear right light group is
symmetrical.
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· Never repair fuses.
Fuses in the engine compartment
· Never replace a fuse with a metal strip.
lica, paper clip, or other similar object.
Please note and
at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 318.
WARNING
Open the engine compartment fuse box
To prevent damage to the vehicle's electrical
system, always turn off the lights and always switch
off the ignition and all electrical consumers before
changing a fuse.
· When changing fuses, make sure that it is not possible
able to switch on the ignition.
WARNING
If a fuse is replaced by one with a higher amperage,
damage could occur elsewhere in the electrical
system.
WARNING
The presence of dirt and moisture in the fuse boxes
can cause damage to the electrical system.
· When open, protect the fuse boxes from dirt
and moisture.
Fig. 219 In the engine compartment: cover 1 of the gearbox
.
fuses with plastic clips 2
WARNING
There may be plastic clips on the inside of the
fuse box cover or fuse strip ÿ fig. 219 2 to extract
fuses.
To avoid vehicle damage:
· Carefully remove the covers or covers of the fuse
boxes and reassemble them correctly.
Disassemble
1. Open the front hood ÿ p. 331.
There are more fuses in the vehicle than
those listed in this chapter. These should only be
replaced by a specialized workshop qualified for it.
2. To unlock the fuse box cover ÿ fig. 219 1 , press
the locks in the direction of the arrows.
3. Pull the cover up.
Mount
1. Place the cover over the fuse box.
2. Press the cover down until it clicks on either
side audibly.
Table of the fuses located on the
engine compartment
Please note and
at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 318.
The list shows the fuse positions of the electrical
consumers relevant to the driver. The first column of
the table shows the position of the fuse and, in the
other columns, the type of fuse, the amperage and
the consumer to which it corresponds.
5 N M 0 1 2 7 6 0 A J
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Depending on the market and vehicle equipment, the
numbers and position of the fuses may be different from
those shown in the table. If necessary, ask a qualified
specialist workshop about the exact assignment of the
fuses. Volkswagen recommends a Volkswagen dealer.
Fuses on the instrument panel
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Please note and
at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 318.
Assignment of the fuses
Fig. 221 Next to the steering wheel on the left: cover of
the fuse box in the instrument panel (left-hand drive
vehicles).
Fig. 220 In the engine compartment: fuse positions.
Position ÿ Fig. 220:
F6
7.5 amps, ATO® 40 brake light sensor
,
F14
F15
F19
F37
amps, JCASE® , heated windshield 15
Fig. 222 On the passenger side: cover of the fuse
box in the instrument panel (right-hand drive vehicles).
horn
,
amps, ATO® 30 amps, ATO® , wiper 20
amps, ATO®
,
independent heating
tea
Left-hand drive vehicles: open and close the
instrument panel fuse box
Disassemble
1. Open the storage compartment on the driver's side
and empty it if necessary ÿ fig. 221.
2. Press the stop upwards, open the storage
compartment further in the direction of the arrow
.
and remove it ÿ fig. 221 1
Mount
1. Insert the storage compartment into the slots in the
instrument panel and push it in until you hear it
click into place on both sides.
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2. Close the storage compartment slightly by pressing the stop
Assignment of the fuses
upwards, if necessary ÿ fig. 221 1
.
Right-hand drive vehicles: open and close the fuse box on
the instrument panel
Disassemble
1. Open the glove compartment and, if necessary, empty it.
2. Move the braking element in the direction
of the arrow in the hole of the bracket and remove it from
.
the side ÿ