Removing and installing high-level brake light M25, Golf GTI/GTD/Blue Motion from 6/2009 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Golf VI (5K, 2008–2013)

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• When installing high-level brake light M25, ensure that rubber seal (1) is seated correctly between wiring harness, high-level brake light M25 and body.

📋 Procedure

1. Switch off ignition and all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.
2. Insert a suitable plain slot screwdriver in the opening under the high-level brake light M25.
3. Swing screwdriver in direction of (arrow) and pull retaining clip (1) downwards out of fastener.
4. Repeat this procedure on the second retaining clip of high-level brake light M25.
5. Carefully take high-level brake light M25(2) backwards out of roof spoiler, taking connected wiring length into consideration.

6. Carefully pull rubber seal (1) out of installation hole.
7. Release and disconnect connector (2).
8. Remove high-level brake light M25. [Note: When installing high-level brake light M25, ensure that rubber seal (1) is seated correctly between wiring harness, high-level brake light M25 and body.]
9. After pushing in retaining clips, check if high-level brake light M25 is securely engaged into roof spoiler.
10. Perform functional check of high-level brake light M25.

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