Removing and installing main beam headlight range control unit — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: VW Phaeton (3D)

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• When installing the control unit, ensure the seal is seated correctly. The ingress of water will lead to permanent damage to the headlight.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ Observe operating and safety notes for gas discharge bulbs . — Remove headlight .
2. Remove securing bolts (arrows).
3. Remove the adjusting mechanism for the headlight setting.
4. Remove securing bolts (arrows).
5. Remove the main beam gas discharge bulb control unit from headlight housing.

6. Unclip retaining clip for gas discharge bulb connector (1) in direction of arrow and pull off connector.
7. Press locking lug of connector (2) in direction of arrow and pull off connector. [Note: When installing the control unit, ensure the seal is seated correctly. The ingress of water will lead to permanent damage to the headlight.]
8. Install headlight .
9. Check headlight settings and adjust if necessary Descriptions of work.
10. In conclusion, check function of headlight.

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