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Adjusting installation position of tail light: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra

Step-by-step adjusting installation position of tail light for the VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra: 13 steps.

Workshop procedure for VW — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.

13 steps

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Sharan II / SEAT Alhambra (7N, 2010–)

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  • Ensure that the tail light (3) lies flush against the surrounding components.

📋 Procedure

  1. Turn light switch to "“0”" position.
  2. Remove cover (1).
  3. Twist plug (1) in (direction of arrow) and remove.
  4. Loosen securing element (1) slightly.
  5. Push down trim (2) in side panel on right of luggage compartment.
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  1. Loosen securing element (1) slightly.
  2. Insert relevant Torx screwdriver into trim openings (2). [Note: Ensure that the tail light (3) lies flush against the surrounding components.]
  3. Adjust installation position of tail light by screwing adjuster elements in or out.
  4. Tighten securing element (1).
  5. Insert cap (1) and turn against (direction of arrow).
  6. Fit cover (1).
  7. Tighten securing element (1).
  8. Push up trim (2) in side panel on right of luggage compartment.

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Workshop data on this page last updated 20 Sep 2026.