Removing and installing tail light, vehicles ▸ 09.99 — VW

🧭 Before you start

Fits: platform code 6N1

🔩 Torque settings

Values can differ between engine variants — check the code stamped on your block.

ℹ️ Always cross-check the exact figure against your vehicle's factory manual before final tightening — a wrong torque can damage the engine. These values are extracted from workshop data and may not cover every variant or revision.

📋 Procedure

1. Remove rear right-hand or left-hand luggage compartment trim General body repairs, interior70.
2. Remove bulb carrier (1).
3. Unscrew securing nuts (arrows) and remove tail light housing.
4. Insert tail light housing into body aperture.
5. Tighten securing nuts (3 Nm). — 3 Nm (2.2 lb-ft)
6. Installing bulb carrier
7. Remove rear right-hand or left-hand luggage compartment trim.

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