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How to replace rear tail light bulb - Jetta

2006
volkswagen
jetta
2.5
lights
replace

Introduction

Hello everyone, today I’m going to show you how to easily replace a rear tail light bulb. By following my How-To you will have it done in simply 5 minutes.


Time required: 5 min


Tools needed:

  • 10mm socket
  • Flatblade screwdriver (optional)

Parts needed:

  • Philips P21W Light bulb

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Step 1:

In the trunk of the car locate the tail light window (corner of trunk left or right)

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Step 2:

Unbolt these two 10mm nuts to unmount the taillight assembly

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Step 3:

From the outside of vehicle pull the tail light assembly to remove it

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Step 4:

Un attach the two clips and free the tail light (it’s easier to pull the blue clip up and use a flathead screwdriver to pry it and separate [red arrow]

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Step 5:

Remove the black light bulb container and install new bulbs

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Bam! Now install tail light assembly and don’t forget those two 10mm nuts (tighten until snug)

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