Removing and installing headlight GT, GTI with headlight cleaning system and R32 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf V / Jetta (1K, 2003–2009)

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• If a headlight is removed, it should always be adjusted following installation.

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.
2. Remove front bumper cover General body repairs, exterior63Front bumper - GTI, GT, R32.
3. Disengage and separate the multi-pin connector (arrow) on the rear of the headlight.
4. Unscrew securing bolt (arrow) on inner part of headlight.
5. Unscrew securing bolt (arrow) at bottom of headlight.

6. Remove securing bolt (arrow) on top of headlight.
7. Remove headlight from body aperture.
8. Tighten securing bolts on headlight to specified torques .
9. Check headlight installation position is central, i.e. shut lines/gaps are equal around headlight.
10. Check headlight functions. [Note: If a headlight is removed, it should always be adjusted following installation.]
11. Check headlight setting and adjust headlight as necessary 38.

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