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.
change fuses
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.
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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
cough
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 fig. 222 1
3. Press the stop pins ÿ fig. 222 2 upwards in the direction of
the arrows and at the same time open the glove
compartment further.
Mount
1. Place the slide in the correct position.
2. Insert the braking element into the hole in the bracket and
slide it in the opposite direction of the arrow ÿ fig. 222 1
until you hear it clicked.
3. Carefully push the glove box forwards, overcoming the
resistance of the stop pins ÿ fig. 222 2
.
Fig. 223 On the instrument panel: fuse assignment.
Table of the fuses located on the instrument
panel
Position ÿ Fig. 223: F4
anti-theft alarm
7.5 amps, MINI® 10
,
F6
F7
amps, ATO® automatic, drive mechanism
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 318.
shift operation
10 amp, MINI® , climatecontrol or heating and
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.
ventilation system control panel, heated rear window
relay 7.5 amp, MINI® light control, rain and light sensor,
F8
driving lights on
electronic parking brake 7,.5 amps, MINI® , display,
infotainment system control panel
F10
F11
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.
exterior lighting of the
40 amps, ATO® left
side 20 amps, ATO®
,
F12
F14
F16
F23
infotainment system
,
40 amps, ATO® , fan
regulator 7.5 amps, MINI® 20 amps, JCASE®
phone
,
electric glass roof
,
co
F24
F26
F27
exterior lighting of the
seat heating
,
40 amps, ATO®
right side
,
30 amps, ATO®
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Interior lighting
30 amps, ATO®
,
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F40
— You can tell if a flat plug fuse (ATO® , MINI® )
is blownabboyvteheanbdurfnrotmmethtael sitdriepsvtihsriboluegfhrotmhe
transparent housing ÿ fig. 224 — You can tell if a
20 amp, ATO® , cigarette lighter, sockets
Note the mounting position, factory position
of the fuse as shown in the figure. 40 amp,
ATO® 15 amp, ATO® , rear wiper 25 amp,
.
cartridge fuse (JCASE® ) is blown by the burnt metal
F42
F47
F51
central lock
,
ATO®
strip visible from above through the transparent casing
ÿ fig. 224
seat heating
,
,
.
butt coughs
F53
Heated rear window
30 amps, ATO®
Types of fuses
Position of the fuses on vehicles with a factory-fitted
towing device.
— Standard Blade Fuses (ATO® )
— Small Flat Fuses (MINI® )
— Cartridge Fuses (JCASE® )
F22
F28
F38
F44
,
15 amp ATO®
trailer 25 amp
charging cable for the re
, control unit of the re
ATO® trailer left 25
Fuse identification by color
Fuses (ATO® - MINI® )
amp ATO® trailer right
, control unit of the re
15 amp ATO® trailer
Color
Amperage
Black 1 amp
control unit of the re
,
Lilac
3 amps
Orange 5 amps
Electric windows and electric seats can be
protected by automatic fuses and control
Brown
7.5 amps
Red 10 amps
units, which switch on again automatically after a few
seconds after the cause of the overload has been
removed, e.g. For example, the crystals have frozen
and cannot be moved.
Blue
15 amps
Yellow
20 amps
white or colorless
25 amps
Green
30 amps
Light green
40 amps
Change blown fuses
Fuses (JCASE® )
Blue
Pink
20 amps 30
amps
Note and , at the beginning of this ca
chapter, on page 318.
Green
40 amps 50
Red amps 60
Yellow
Previous steps
1. Turn off the ignition, lights, and all
electrical consumers.
amps
change fuses
How to recognize a blown fuse
Fig. 225 Removing or inserting a fuse with the plastic
tweezers (schematic representation).
Fig. 224 Blown fuse (schematic representation).
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1. If necessary, remove the plastic clips from the fuse
box or the corresponding fuse box cover ÿ fig. 225
and the corresponding security measures ÿ p. 3.
4. 5.
.
1
· Please note that the battery supplying the current
must have the same voltage (12 volts) and
approximately the same capacity (printed on the
battery) as the discharged battery.
2. Depending on the type of fuse, grasp it by inserting
the corresponding side of the pliers from above or
from the side ÿ fig. 225.
3. Pull out the fuse.
· Never confuse the positive pole of the battery with the
negative pole or connect the jump leads incorrectly.
4. If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new one of
the same amperage rating (same color and
engraving) and the same size ÿ .
· Position the starter cables so that they never come
into contact with rotating parts in the engine
compartment.
5. After inserting the new fuse, if necessary return
it will fit the plastic clips into the cover.
6. Replace the cover or close the fuse box cover.
· Observe the instruction manual of the manufacturer
of the jumper cables.
· Observe the owner's manual of the vehicle that
provides the starting aid.
WARNING
If a fuse is replaced by one with a higher amperage,
damage could occur elsewhere in the electrical system.
WARNING
During starting aid, a highly explosive detonating gas
mixture forms in the 12-volt battery.
starting aid
· Always keep the 12-volt battery away from places
where sparks or flames are produced, open flames
or incandescent cigarettes.
Introduction to the topic
Never use a mobile phone when connecting
and disconnect the jumper cables.
For technical reasons it is not permitted to tow-start
the vehicle ÿ .
If the engine cannot be started because the 12-volt
battery is discharged, a 12-volt battery from another
vehicle can be used for this.
WARNING
When the 12-volt battery is discharged, it can freeze
at temperatures approaching 0°C (+32°F).
Suitable jumper cables are required for the starting aid.
· Never charge a 12 volt battery that is frozen or thawed.
The section of the starting cables must be:
— For vehicles with a gasoline engine: 25 mm2
As minimum
Always replace the 12 volt battery if it is
frozen or has been.
— For vehicles with a diesel engine: 35 mm2 co
minimum mo
WARNING
On vehicles with a 12-volt battery in the boot, connect
the jumper cables only to the starting aid sockets in
the engine compartment.
To avoid considerable damage to the vehicle's
electrical system, please note the following: · If the
jumper cables are connected incorrectly, a short circuit
may occur.
· Do not allow the vehicles to come into contact,
otherwise the current could begin to flow as soon as
the positive poles are connected.
WARNING
If the jumper cables are used improperly and the
jump start aid is used incorrectly, the 12 volt battery
could explode and cause serious injury. To reduce this
risk of explosion, please note the following: Before
doing any work on the battery, always read and heed
Use only jump leads with clamps
completely isolated.
WARNING
the warnings
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