Removing and installing headlight range control motor (headlight manufacturer Hella) — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 5M1

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📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.
2. Remove headlight .
3. Remove dipped beam bulb .
4. Unscrew securing bolts for dipped beam bulb (arrows) and place wiring aside with wiring connected.
5. Turn adjuster screw (1) on adjuster lever (2) forwards as far as possible.

6. Turn headlight range control motor (1) in direction of arrow to release.
7. Push ball head (2) of headlight range control motor (1) to right out of mounting (3) and take out of headlight.
8. Disconnect connector (1) from headlight range control motor (2).
9. ⚠ When installing cover cap, ensure that it seats properly. The ingress of water will lead to permanent damage to the headlight. — Check headlight functions.
10. Adjust headlight 38.

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