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94 EXTERIOR LIGHTS, SWITCHES


GENERAL INFORMATION

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION, KESSY

CAUTION: When disconnecting and connecting the battery, always perform the work
procedure as described in the repair information. Refer to BATTERY,
DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

NOTE: Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

Access/start authorization is equipped with On Board Diagnostic (OBD) which assists troubleshooting. Refer to
ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNAE AND SENSORS, CHECKING.

General Description

The KESSY system (Keyless Entry Start Stop System) regulates keyless opening, locking and vehicle start-up.

Opening

The ID sensor in ignition key must be located within reception range of lock location (approximately 1.5
meters). The proximity sensor located on the inside of the door handle is activated whenever the handle is
touched. This then speaks to the ID sensor inside the key and the door unlocks immediately if the identification
is valid. Pulling the door handle opens the vehicle.

Starting

The ID sensor in ignition key must be located in the vehicle interior. The clutch pedal must pressed on manual
transmission vehicles. If this is a DSG transmission vehicle, then the selector must be in the P position and the
brake pedal must pushed down. Briefly push the ignition starter button. This speaks to the ID sensor in the key
and if the identification is valid, the steering wheel unlocks and the vehicle can be started.

It is only possible to start the engine with the start button if a valid ignition key is inside the vehicle.

Locking

The ID sensor in ignition key must be located within reception range of lock location (approximately 1.5
meters). Touching the locking sensor on the outside of the door handle activates the sensor. This then speaks to
the ID sensor inside the key and the vehicle unlocks if the identification is valid.

The access/start authorization control module -J518- controls all access/start functions. Refer to
ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-.
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ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-

The access/start authorization control module controls all access/start functions.

The access/start authorization control module is located in the footwell on the driver side above the brake pedal.

Code the "access/start authorization" system after replacing the access/start authorization control module. Refer
to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-, CODING.

FOG LAMPS

DTC Recognition and Display

Vehicle electrical system control is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD) which assists troubleshooting
at fog lights.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP

NOTE: Additional information:

HALOGEN HEADLAMPS

NOTE: Always switch off headlamps and remove ignition key before working on
headlamps.

Familiarity with the function and operation of the lighting system is essential in
the event of customer complaints.

Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

Headlamps from two different manufacturers are installed:

l Hella
l Valeo

Removing and installing the headlamp and its attachments is identical except for removing and installing the
headlamp range control positioning motors and the cap behind the low beam bulb.

DTC Recognition and Display

Vehicle electrical system control is equipped with OBD which assists Fault Finding the headlamps.

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For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

HEADLAMP MOUNTING TABS, REPAIRING

If one or more headlamp mounting tabs are damaged or broken off, they can be replaced by installing the repair
set. It is not necessary to replace the entire headlamp.

Servicing an HID headlamp and cornering lamp is identical to servicing a Halogen headlamp.

Fig. 1: Installed Location - Repair Tabs Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Outer headlamp mounting tab


2. Center headlamp mounting repair tab
3. Inner headlamp mounting tab

NOTE: Check whether there is no further damage on the headlamp that makes
installation of the repair set superfluous.

There are two different repair sets, for the left and the right headlamp.

The repair kit contains an outer, a center and an inner headlamp mounting tab
and the necessary screws.

The following illustrations show the tabs on a left headlamp. Repairing a right
headlamp is identical.

-- Repairing the outer headlamp mounting tab, refer to OUTER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB,
REPAIRING.

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-- Repairing the center headlamp mounting tab, refer to CENTER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB,
REPAIRING.

-- Repairing the inner headlamp mounting tab, refer to INNER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB,
REPAIRING.

HID HEADLAMPS, USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Protective eyewear
l Gloves

WARNING: l Never replace lamps when you are not familiar with the
corresponding actions, safety precautions and tools.

-- Note the following whenever working on HID headlamps:

l Notes on hazardous high voltage / currents, refer to Notes on hazardous high voltage / currents.
l Notes on pressure, temperature and radiation / electric arc, refer to Notes on pressure, temperature and
radiation / glare.
l Assembly notes for HID lamps, refer to Assembly notes on HID lamps.
l Disposal regulations for HID lamps, refer to Disposal regulations for HID lamps.

Notes on hazardous high voltage / currents

WARNING: Light system control modules, connectors or components in the bulb


socket area conduct dangerous high voltage

The control module and igniter may be used only on the bulb.

WARNING: l Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove
ignition key.
l When working on headlamp system, ensure all components are
without voltage, including relieving residual voltage after switching
headlamps off.
l Residual voltages are discharged by switching low beam on and off
again after ignition key was removed.
l Make sure lamps cannot be switched on when working on headlamp
system.

Notes on pressure, temperature and radiation / glare

WARNING: l There are pressures from 7 bar (101 psi) (cold) to 100 bar (1450 psi)

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(hot) in the glass portion of the HID bulb. The hot glass of the bulb
can reach temperatures of up to 700 degrees Celsius.
l The glass can explode and there is a danger of burning.
l When removing and installing HID bulbs, always wear safety glasses
and gloves.

WARNING: l Lamp must only be operated in headlamp housing (protection


against contact because of hot lamp, absorption of ultraviolet
radiation, avoiding danger of glare, explosion protection).
l Glass cones of bulbs can become very hot - danger of burns!
l Avoid looking directly into light beam, since UV radiation of the HID
lamp is approximately 2.5 times higher than that of standard
Halogen lamps.
l Avoid looking into light beam (danger of glare); vision can be
impaired for a longer period of time.

WARNING: l Avoid contact with burst glass cone.


l H7 bulbs and HID bulbs (Xenon / Bi-Xenon) are under pressure and
can burst when replaced - danger of injury!
l When removing and installing HID bulbs, always wear safety glasses
and gloves.

Assembly notes on HID lamps

CAUTION: l Before replacing a bulb, the corresponding electrical consumer must


always be switched off.
l Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove
ignition key.
l Do not touch glass cone of bulb with bare fingers, use clean cloth
gloves. The remaining fingerprint would evaporate due to the heat of
the operated bulb and condense on the reflector which would impair
headlamp luminosity.
l A bulb must only be replaced with one of the same version. Bulb
identification can be found on bulb socket or glass cone.
l Harness connectors must engage correctly when installed and must
be checked for proper connection.

Disposal regulations for HID lamps

WARNING: l HID lamps must be disposed of as hazardous waste, never dispose


of HID lamps via domestic waste.
l HID lamps contain metallic mercury (Hg) and traces of thallium, they

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must not be destroyed.


l These components must be returned for proper recycling in
accordance with national legislation.
l Dispose of only in the designated containers at the responsible
collection point.

HID HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP

NOTE: Before working on HID headlamps and cornering lamps, always switch off
headlamps and remove ignition key.

Automatic Headlamp Range Control and cornering light in HID headlamps have
On Board Diagnostics (OBD).

Familiarity with the function and operation of the lighting system is essential in
the event of customer complaints.

Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

General Description

Headlamps with HID lamps and cornering lamps (AFS = Adaptive Front lighting System) have Bi-Xenon
function.

Gas discharge lamps generate only the low beam headlamp in standard Xenon headlamps. Bi-Xenon allows one
gas-discharge lamp to generate low beam and high beam headlamp. For this purpose, an electro-mechanical
adjuster (Left Headlamp Reflector Adjustment Solenoid -N395- and Right Headlamp Reflector Adjustment
Solenoid -N396-) opens the dimmed region of low beam Headlamp when high beam function is operated and a
high beam light emission results.

For this reason, the high beam is also adjusted automatically with the low beam on Bi-Xenon headlamps.

Headlamps with HID lamps and a cornering lamp do not have auxiliary high beams.

The cornering light system has the following functions:

l Swiveling low beams and high beams (dynamic cornering light) at vehicle speeds above 10 km/h (6 mph)
and steering angle steer.
l Cornering lamp bulb (static cornering lamp) on tight curves (curve radius < 500 meters) or when turning
and vehicle speeds under 50 km/h (31 mph).

DTC Recognition and Display

Automatic headlamp range control, cornering lamps and vehicle electrical system control are equipped with On

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Board Diagnostic (OBD) which assists troubleshooting of headlamps with HID lamps and cornering lamps.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

NOTE: Malfunctions in the headlamp range control or AFS system are displayed in the
instrument cluster with the lamp failure indicator lamp.

REAR SIDE MARKER LAMPS

NOTE: The Rear side marker lamp also serves as the Left brake lamp/tail lamp -M21- or
the Right brake lamp/tail lamp -M22-.

Left brake lamp/tail lamp and right brake lamp/tail lamp, refer to BRAKE/TAIL
LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP, BULBS.

START SYSTEM BUTTON -E378-

Vehicles with KESSY have a start system button rather than an ignition switch. The button works as an ignition
lock but without a key.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, THROUGH 05.10

CAUTION: The removal and installation of individual steering column switch


components must be done in a specified sequence. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH, THROUGH 05.10, OVERVIEW.

NOTE: After installing a new Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -
J527-, it must be coded. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, THROUGH 05.10, CODING.

If the steering column switch malfunctions, check the steering column


electronic systems control module coding with output diagnostic test mode.

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD)
which assists troubleshooting.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, THROUGH 05.10

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The steering column combination switch contains the following components, depending on the vehicle
equipment level:

l Turn signal switch -E2-, refer to TURN SIGNAL SWITCH -E2-


l Windshield Wiper Switch -E-, refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH -E-
l Base carrier for steering column switches, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE PLATE

STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES, FROM 06.10

BASE CARRIER FOR STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES

Removing and installing the steering column switch base carrier differs between the two manufacturers.

l Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH BASE CARRIER, VALEO.
l Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH BASE CARRIER, KOSTAL.

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-

Depending on equipment, the Steering Column Combination Switch consists of the following components and
cannot be disassembled:

l Turn Signal Switch -E2-


l Windshield Wiper Switch -E-
l Cruise Control Switch -E45-

Removing and installing the steering column combination switch differs between the two manufacturers.

l Steering Column Combination Switch, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, VALEO.
l Steering Column Combination Switch, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, KOSTAL.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-

The steering column electronic systems control module includes the following components and cannot be
disassembled:

l Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring -F138-


l Steering Angle Sensor -G85-

NOTE: Remove the transportation safeguard before installing a new steering column
electronic systems control module.

After installing a new steering column electronic systems control module, it

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must be coded. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS


CONTROL MODULE -J527-, FROM 06.10, CODING.

If the steering column switch malfunctions, then check the steering column
electronic systems control module coding. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, FROM 06.10, CODING.

Removing and installing the steering column electronic systems control module differs between the two
manufacturers.

l Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to
STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO.
l Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to
STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH

CAUTION: The removal and installation of individual steering column switch


components must be done in a specified sequence. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
SEQUENCE.

There are two versions of the steering column combination switch components, the steering column electronic
systems control module and the steering column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or
Kostal). In order to determine which version is installed, check the mounting for the steering column electronic
systems control module on the steering column combination switch.

l Manufacturer Valeo: 3 bolts


l Manufacturer Kostal: 1 bolt at the bottom and two clips at the top

NOTE: After installing a new Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -
J527-, it must be coded. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, FROM 06.10, CODING.

Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527- is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD)
which assists troubleshooting.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

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STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10

BASE CARRIER FOR STEERING COLUMN SWITCHES

Removing and installing the steering column switch base carrier differs between the two manufacturers.

l Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH BASE CARRIER, VALEO.
l Steering Column Switch Base Carrier, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH BASE CARRIER, KOSTAL.

ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-

If the vehicle has KESSY, the steering column does not lock mechanically via the lock cylinder, but rather it
locks electrically (electronic steering column lock control module).

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-

Depending on equipment, the Steering Column Combination Switch consists of the following components and
cannot be disassembled:

l Turn Signal Switch -E2-


l Windshield Wiper Switch -E-
l Cruise Control Switch -E45-

Removing and installing the steering column combination switch differs between the two manufacturers.

l Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to STEERING
COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, VALEO.
l Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to STEERING
COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, KOSTAL.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-

The steering column electronic systems control module includes the following components and cannot be
disassembled:

l Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring -F138-


l Steering Angle Sensor -G85-

NOTE: Remove the transportation safeguard before installing a new steering column
electronic systems control module -J527-.

After installing a new steering column electronic systems control module, it


must be coded. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

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If the steering column switch malfunctions, then check the steering column
electronic systems control module coding. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10,
CODING.

Removing and installing the steering column electronic systems control module differs between the two
manufacturers.

l Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-, Valeo, removing and installing, refer to
STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO.
l Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-, Kostal, removing and installing, refer to
STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH

CAUTION: The removal and installation of individual steering column switch


components must be done in a specified sequence STEERING COLUMN
SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

There are two versions of the steering column combination switch components, the steering column electronic
systems control module and the steering column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or
Kostal). In order to determine which version is installed, check the mounting for the steering column electronic
systems control module on the steering column combination switch.

l Manufacturer Valeo: 3 bolts


l Manufacturer Kostal: 1 bolt at the bottom and two clips at the top

NOTE: Code the new electronic steering column lock control module -J764-. Refer to
ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-, WITH
KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

After installing a new steering column electronic systems control module -J527-
, it must be coded. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

Additional information:

Refer to the Owner's Manual.

DTC Recognition and Display

The electronic steering column lock control module -J764- has OBD.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

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TURN SIGNAL AND ENTRY LAMP IN EXTERIOR MIRROR

NOTE: Additional information:

General Description

Exterior mirror turn signal lamps (side turn signal lamps) are installed in exterior mirror housing.

In addition, there is one entry lamp each in exterior mirror housings which illuminate the dark entry area around
opened driver and front passenger door.

Fig. 2: Identifying Driver Exterior Rearview Mirror Turn Signal Bulb -L131- And Driver Entry Lamp In
Exterior Rearview Mirror -W52-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1 - Driver exterior rearview mirror turn signal bulb -L131- and Front passenger exterior rearview mirror turn
signal bulb -L132-

2 - Driver entry lamp in exterior rearview mirror -W52- and Front passenger entry lamp in exterior rearview
mirror -W53-

DTC Recognition and Display

Vehicle electrical system control is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD) capabilities which assists in
troubleshooting.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051B in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

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ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION OVERVIEW

Fig. 3: Identifying Access/Start Authorization Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Antenna Contact Point Coverage Area


2. Front Passenger Exterior Door Handle

The following components are integrated in front passenger exterior door handle:

l Front passenger exterior door handle touch sensor -G416-.


l Right access/start authorization antenna -R135-.

Removing and installing passenger-side outside door handle, refer to PASSENGER OUTSIDE DOOR

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HANDLE.

Checking the front passenger access/start authorization antenna -R135-, refer to FRONT
l
PASSENGER ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R135-.
l Checking the front passenger exterior door handle touch sensor -G416-, refer to FRONT
PASSENGER OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR -G416-.
3. Access/Start Authorization Antenna In Rear Bumper -R136-
l Component location: Behind the rear bumper cover.

l Removing and installing, refer to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA IN REAR


BUMPER -R136-.
l Checking the access/start authorization antenna in rear bumper -R136-, refer to ACCESS/START
AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA IN REAR BUMPER -R136-.
4. Luggage Compartment Access/Start Authorization Antenna -R137-
l Component location: In the center of the luggage compartment in front of the spare wheel well.

l Removing and installing, refer to LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ACCESS/START


AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R137-.
l Checking the access/start authorization antenna in luggage compartment -R137-, refer to
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R137-.
5. Driver Side Outside Door Handle

The following components are integrated in driver side outside door handle:

lDriver exterior door handle touch sensor -G415-.


l Left access/start authorization antenna -R134-.

l Removing and installing driver-side outside door handle, refer to DRIVER OUTSIDE DOOR
HANDLE.
l Checking the driver exterior door handle touch sensor -G415-, refer to DRIVER EXTERIOR
DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR -G415-.
l Checking the driver access/start authorization antenna -R134-, refer to DRIVER
ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R134-.
6. Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1 -R138-
l Component location: Under the center console in front of the selector lever.

l Removing and installing, refer to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA 1 IN


VEHICLE INTERIOR -R138-.
l Checking the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior -R138-, refer to INTERIOR
ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA 1 -R138-.
7. Start System Button -E378-
l Removing and installing, refer to START SYSTEM BUTTON -E378-.

8. Access/Start Authorization Control Module -J518-


l Component location: inside the driver footwell above the brake pedal.

l Removing and installing, refer to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL


MODULE -J518-.

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l Coding the access/start authorization control module -J518-, refer to ACCESS/START


AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-, CODING.

FOG LAMP, GOLF OVERVIEW

Fig. 4: Identifying Fog Lamp Assembly Components


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Front Bumper Cover


2. Fog Lamp Housing
l Removing and installing, refer to FOG LAMP GOLF.

3. Bolt
l 2 Nm

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4. Ventilation Hose
5. Left Fog Lamp Bulb -L22- or Right Fog Lamp Bulb -L23- and Left Cornering Lamp Bulb -L148-
and Right Cornering Lamp Bulb -L149-
l Bulb HB4 12V, 51W

l Removing and installing, refer to FOG LAMP BULB AND STATIC CORNERING LAMP
GOLF.
6. Cap

FOG LAMP, GTI OVERVIEW

Fig. 5: Identifying Fog Lamp, GTI Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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1. Fog Lamp Housing


l Removing and installing, refer to FOG LAMP, GTI.

2. Screws
l 2 Nm

3. Front Bumper Cover


4. Fog Lamp Bulb/Static Cornering Lamp --
l Bulb H8 12V, 35W

l Removing and installing, refer to FOG LAMP BULB AND STATIC CORNERING LAMP,
GTI.

HALOGEN HEADLAMPS OVERVIEW

NOTE: Both the Hella and the Valeo headlamp positioning motors are illustrated in the
overview because there are differences in removing and installing. For Hella
refer to item 5 and for Valeo refer to item 6.

Both the Hella and the Valeo headlamp caps are illustrated in the overview
because there are differences in removing and installing. For Hella refer to item
3 and for Valeo refer to item 4.

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Fig. 6: Identifying Headlamp Assembly


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Cap
2. Cap
3. Cap
l Hella headlamp only, refer to ONLY ON THE HELLA HEADLAMP.
4. Cap
lValeo headlamp only, refer to ONLY ON THE VALEO HEADLAMP.
5. Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -V48- and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -
V49-
l Headlamp manufacturer: Hella.

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l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR,


HELLA.
6. Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -V48- and Right Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -
V49-
l Headlamp manufacturer: Valeo.

l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR,


VALEO.
7. Lamp Socket With Grip Piece
l For Left Low Beam Headlamp -M29- and Right Low Beam Headlamp -M31-.

8. Left Low Beam Headlamp -M29- and Right Low Beam Headlamp -M31-
l Bulb H7 12V, 55W

l Replacing, refer to LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULB.

9. Headlamp
l Removing and installing, refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

l Correcting installation position of headlamp, refer to HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING


INSTALLATION POSITION.
l Servicing headlamp securing straps, refer to HEADLAMP MOUNTING TABS, REPAIRING.

10. Guide
11. Carrier, Front End
12. Screws
l 5 Nm

l M6 x 20

13. Left High Beam Headlamp and Daytime Running Lamp Bulb -- and Right High Beam Headlamp
and Daytime Running Lamp Bulb --
l Bulb 12V, 15/55W

l Replacing, refer to HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP BULB AND DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP
BULB.
14. Left Parking Lamp -M1- and Right Parking Lamp -M3-
l Bulb 12V, W5W

l Replacing, refer to PARKING LAMP BULB.

15. Lamp Socket With Grip Piece


l For Left Parking Lamp -M1- and Right Parking Lamp -M3-.

16. Left Front Turn Signal Light -M5- and Right Front Turn Signal Light -M7-
l Bulb 12V PSY 24W SV

l Replacing, refer to FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB.

17. Lamp Socket With Grip Piece


l For Left Front Turn Signal Light -M5- and Right Front Turn Signal Light -M7-.

HEADLAMP REFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID

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Gas discharge lamps generate only the low beam headlamp in standard Xenon headlamps. Bi-Xenon allows one
gas-discharge lamp to generate low beam and high beam headlamp. For this purpose, an electro-mechanical
adjuster (Left Headlamp Reflector Adjustment Solenoid -N395- and Right Headlamp Reflector Adjustment
Solenoid -N396-) opens the dimmed region of low beam when high beam function is operated and a high beam
light emission results.

HID HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP OVERVIEW

Fig. 7: Identifying HID Headlamps And Cornering Lamp


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Cap
2. Cap
3. Left Front Turn Signal Light -M5- and Right Front Turn Signal Light -M7-

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l Bulb 12V PSY 24W


l Replacing, refer to TURN SIGNAL BULB.

4. Left Parking Lamp -M1- and Right Parking Lamp -M3-


l Bulb 12V, 5W

l Replacing, refer to PARKING LAMP BULB.

5. Headlamp Range Control Positioning Motor


l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR.

l Checking, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR, CHECKING.

6. Left High Intensity Gas Discharge (HID) Lamp -L13- and Right High Intensity Gas Discharge
(HID) Lamp -L14-
l Bulb D1S 12V, 35W

l Replacing, refer to HID BULB.

7. Headlamp
l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMPS.

l Correcting installation position of headlamp, refer to HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING


INSTALLATION POSITION.
l Servicing headlamp securing straps, refer to HEADLAMP MOUNTING TABS, REPAIRING.

8. Left High Intensity Gas Discharge (HID) Lamp Ballast -J426- and Right High Intensity Gas
Discharge (HID) Lamp Ballast -J427-
l Removing and installing, refer to HID HEADLAMP BALLAST -J426- / -J427-.

9. HID Headlamp Ballast -- Screws


l 1.4 Nm

10. Guide
11. Headlamp Power Output Stage -- Screws
l 1.4 Nm

12. Left Headlamp Power Output Stage -J667- or Right Headlamp Power Output Stage -J668-
13. Carrier, Front End
14. Level Control System Sensor
l Removing and installing, refer to LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR.

15. Screws
l 5 Nm

l M6 x 20

16. Headlamp Range Control Module


l Removing and installing, refer to CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE
CONTROL MODULE -J745-.
l Coding, refer to CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL MODULE -
J745-, CODING.

HID HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP OVERVIEW

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Fig. 8: Identifying HID Headlamp And Cornering Lamp Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Cap
2. Cap
3. Left Front Turn Signal Light -M5- and Right Front Turn Signal Light -M7-
l Bulb 12V PSY 24W

l Replacing, refer to TURN SIGNAL BULB.

4. Headlamp Range Control Positioning Motor


l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR.

l Checking, refer to HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR, CHECKING.

5. Left High Intensity Gas Discharge (HID) Lamp -L13- and Right High Intensity Gas Discharge

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(HID) Lamp -L14-


l Bulb D1S 12V, 35W

l Replacing, refer to HID BULB.

6. Headlamp
l Removing and installing, refer to HEADLAMPS.

l Correcting installation position of headlamp, refer to HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING


INSTALLATION POSITION.
l Servicing headlamp securing straps, refer to HEADLAMP MOUNTING TABS, REPAIRING.

7. Left High Intensity Gas Discharge (HID) Lamp Ballast -J426- and Right High Intensity Gas
Discharge (HID) Lamp Ballast -J427-
l Removing and installing, refer to HID HEADLAMP BALLAST -J426- / -J427-.

8. HID Headlamp Ballast -- Screws


l 1.4 Nm

9. Guide
10. Headlamp Power Output Stage -- Screws
l 1.4 Nm

11. Left Headlamp Power Output Stage -J667- or Right Headlamp Power Output Stage -J668-
12. Carrier, Front End
13. Level Control System Sensor
l Removing and installing, refer to LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR.

14. Screws
l 5 Nm

l M6 x 20

15. Headlamp Range Control Module


l Removing and installing, refer to CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE
CONTROL MODULE -J745-.
l Coding, refer to CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL MODULE -
J745-, CODING.

REAR LID TAIL LAMPS OVERVIEW

NOTE: USA and Canada vehicles do not have a rear fog lamp.

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Fig. 9: Identifying Rear Lid Tail Lamps Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Nuts
lTightening Specifications 3 Nm
2. Bulb Holder
l Removing and installing, refer to TAIL LAMP BULB HOLDER IN REAR LID.

3. Left Tail Lamp -M4- and Right Tail Lamp -M2-


l Bulb 12V, W16W

4. Left Rear Fog Lamp -L46- and Right Rear Fog Lamp -L47- or Left Backup Lamp -M16- and Right
Backup Lamp -M17-
l Bulb 12V, WY21W

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5. Tail Lamp Assembly Housing In Rear Lid


l Removing and installing, refer to REAR LID TAIL LAMPS.

SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMPS OVERVIEW

NOTE: The tail lamp assembly inside the side panel has a single filament bulb -3- in
addition to the yellow turn signal bulb -4- which serves as a brake lamp and tail
lamp.

Fig. 10: Identifying Side Panel Tail Lamps Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Bolt

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l Tightening Specifications install by hand (2.5 Nm maximum).


2. Bulb Holder
l Removing and installing, refer to SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMP BULB HOLDER.

3. Left Brake/Tail Lamp Bulb -M21- and Right Brake/Tail Lamp -M22-
l Bulb 12V, W16W

4. Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp -M6- and Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp -M8-
l Bulb 12V, WY21W

5. Tail Lamp Assembly Housing In Side Panel


l Removing and installing, refer to SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMPS.

6. Lower Guide
l Follow the installation information.

7. Upper Guide
l Follow the installation information.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, THROUGH 05.10, OVERVIEW

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Fig. 11: Identifying Steering Column Switch, Through 05.10, Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Turn Signal Switch


l A component of the Steering column combination switch -E595-, refer to STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, THROUGH 05.10.
l Observe removal and installation sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to TURN SIGNAL SWITCH -E2-.

l The "turn signal switch" contains the Turn signal switch -E2-, the Headlamp dimmer/flasher switch
-E4- and Cruise control switch -E45- (depending on the vehicle equipment level).
l In the illustration, the "turn signal switch" is depicted without Cruise Control Switch -E45-.

2. Base Carrier For Steering Column Switches

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l A component of the Steering column combination switch -E595-, refer to STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, THROUGH 05.10.
l Observe removal and installation sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE PLATE.

3. Windshield Wiper Switch -E-


l A component of the Steering column combination switch -E595-, refer to STEERING COLUMN
COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, THROUGH 05.10.
l Observe removal and installation sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH -E-.

4. Bolt
5. Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-
l Observe removal and installation sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-.
l Coding, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -
J527-, THROUGH 05.10, CODING.
6. Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring -F138-
l Observe removal and installation sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to AIRBAG SPIRAL SPRING/RETURN SPRING WITH SLIP
RING -F138-.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, FROM 06.10, OVERVIEW

NOTE: There are different versions of the Steering column electronic systems control
module -J527-, the Steering column combination switch -E595- and the steering
column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or Kostal).
The Valeo version is shown in the illustration.

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Fig. 12: Identifying Steering Column Switch Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-


l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO.
l Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL.
l Coding, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -
J527-, FROM 06.10, CODING.
l Tightening specification: 1.5 Nm.

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2. Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-


l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -
E595-, VALEO.
l Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -
E595-, KOSTAL.
3. Base Carrier For Steering Column Switches
l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
VALEO.
l Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
KOSTAL.
4. Shear Bolts
l M8 x 20

l Break-off torque: approximately 15 Nm

5. Steering Lock Housing

The steering lock housing must be remove and installed together with the steering column switch base
carrier.

lPay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH


COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and Installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
VALEO.
l Removing and Installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
KOSTAL.
6. Ignition Switch and Lock Cylinder
l Removing and installing, refer to IGNITION SWITCH AND LOCK CYLINDER, FROM
06.10.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, OVERVIEW

NOTE: There are different versions of the steering column electronic systems control
module -J527-, the steering column combination switch -E595- and the steering
column switch base carrier depending on the manufacturer (Valeo or Kostal).
The Valeo version is shown in the illustration.

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Fig. 13: Identifying Steering Column Switch, With Kessy Overview


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-


l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO.
l Removing and installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS
CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL.
l Coding, refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -
J527-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.
l Tightening specification: 1.5 Nm

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2. Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-


l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -
E595-, VALEO
l Removing and installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -
E595-, KOSTAL.
3. Base Carrier For Steering Column Switches
l Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, Valeo, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
VALEO.
l Removing and installing, Kostal, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER,
KOSTAL.
4. Shear Bolts
l M8 x 20

l Break-off torque: approximately 15 Nm

5. Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764-

The electronic steering column lock control module -J764- and the steering column switch base carrier
are removed and installed together.

Pay attention to the removing/installing sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH


l
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.
l Removing and installing, refer to ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL
MODULE -J764-.
l Coding, refer to ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-,
WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.
6. Access/Start Authorization Button -E378-
l Removing and installing, refer to START SYSTEM BUTTON -E378-.

SPECIFICATIONS

FASTENER TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS

Component Fastener Size Nm


Daytime Running Lamp And Parking Lamp LED Module To The 2
Bumper
Fog Lamp Screws 2
Headlamp Housing M6 x 20 5
Headlamp Power Output Stage Screws 1.4
HID Headlamp Ballast Screws 1.4

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Shear Bolts to Steering Column Lock Housing M8 x 20 15 (1)


Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module 1.5
Tail Lamp Assembly Housing In Rear Lid Nuts 5
Tail Lamps In Side Panel Bolt (2) 2.5
(1) 1 Approximate break-off torque

(2) 2 Install by hand all the way in

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNAE AND SENSORS, CHECKING

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA IN REAR BUMPER -R136-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l R136 - Access/Start Authorization Antenna (in rear bumper)

DRIVER ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R134-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

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l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l R134 - Driver's Access/Start Authorization Antenna

DRIVER EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR -G415-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l G415 - Driver's Outside Door Handle Touch Sensor

FRONT PASSENGER ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R135-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components

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l R135 - Front Passenger's Access/Start Authorization Antenna

FRONT PASSENGER OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE TOUCH SENSOR -G416-

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l G416 - Front Passenger's Outside Door Handle Touch Sensor

INTERIOR ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA 1 -R138-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l R138 - Interior Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R137-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION

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SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Electrical Components
l R137 - Luggage Compartment Access/Start Authorization Antenna

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-, CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

Code the "access/start authorization" after replacing the access/start authorization control module.

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Body repair procedures
l Access/start authorization
l Functions: Access/start authorization
l Access/Start Authorization Control Module, Coding

CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL MODULE -J745-, CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

Code the Headlamp range control module -J431- as follows:

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

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-- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in VAS 5051B.

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Headlamp range control J745
l Headlamp range control functions
l Control module, coding

FOG LAMPS, ADJUSTING

Adjusting the fog lamp.

HEADLAMP, ADJUSTING

Halogen Headlamps, adjusting.

HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING INSTALLATION POSITION

NOTE: In order to correct the installation position of the headlamp, front bumper must
not be removed.

Illustrations depict left headlamp.

When checking installation position of headlamp, determine that headlamp has no uneven gap dimensions to
body, otherwise installation position must be corrected.

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Loosen the screw -2- on back of the headlamp.

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Fig. 14: Identifying Headlamp Screw And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Loosen the three screws -arrows-.

Fig. 15: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Loosen the mounting bolt -arrow- at the bottom of the headlamp.

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Fig. 16: Identifying Headlamp Screw


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Adjust the screws so they are flush to the body by rotating the adjustment bushings in or out -arrow- on the
headlamp.

Fig. 17: Identifying Adjustment Bushing At Lower Left Of Headlamp


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the threaded connections to the specification given in the overview. Refer to HALOGEN
HEADLAMPS OVERVIEW.

-- Check and if necessary correct installation position of headlamp again for uniform gap dimension.

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-- Install the radiator grille. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Check headlamp for function.

NOTE: If a headlamp is removed or adapted to the body, it must always be adjusted


after installing or after adapting.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HEADLAMP POWER OUTPUT STAGE, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

Check the Left headlamp power output stage -J667- or the Right headlamp power output stage -J668- as
follows:

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in VAS 5051B.

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Automatic head lamp range control
l Automatic headlamp range control electrical components
l Headlamp Power Output Stages

HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

Check the Left headlamp range control positioning motor -V48- or the Right headlamp range control
positioning motor -V49- as follows:

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in VAS 5051B.

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in

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sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Automatic headlamp range control cornering light
l Automatic headlamp range control electrical components
l Headlamp Range Control Positioning Motor

HEADLAMP REFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID, CHECKING

The Left headlamp reflector adjustment solenoid -N395- and the Right headlamp reflector adjustment solenoid -
N396- can be checked using the output diagnostic test from the Vehicle electrical system control module -J519-.

HID HEADLAMP, ADJUSTING

Adjusting the HID headlamp and cornering lamps.

HIGH-MOUNTED BRAKE LAMP -M25-, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnostic Tester

-- Connect the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- On the Vehicle Diagnostic Tester, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Vehicle electrical system control module
l Exterior lighting electric components
l High-mount Brake Light

IGNITION SWITCH, THROUGH 05.10, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

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-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l OBD capable systems
l Vehicle electrical system control module
l Switch button
l Ignition/Starter Switch

IGNITION SWITCH, FROM 06.10, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l OBD capable systems
l Vehicle electrical system control module
l Switch button
l Ignition/Starter Switch

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, THROUGH 05.10, CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

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l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Steering wheel electronics
l Functions of steering wheel electronics
l Code Control Module for steering wheel electronics

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, FROM 06.10, CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Steering wheel electronics
l Functions of steering wheel electronics
l Code Control Module for steering wheel electronics

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10,
CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment

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l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems


l Steering wheel electronics
l Functions of steering wheel electronics
l Code Control Module for steering wheel electronics

ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle diagnosis, testing and information system VAS5051B

The "access/start authorization" must be coded after replacing the electronic steering column lock control
module.

-- Connect the VAS5051B. Refer to VEHICLE DIAGNOSIS, TESTING AND INFORMATION


SYSTEMS .

-- On the VAS5051B, select "Guided Fault Finding".

-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l OBD capable systems
l Electronic steering column lock

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, CHECKING

NOTE: If the steering column combination switch malfunctions, the Steering column
electronic systems control module -J527- coding must be checked with output
diagnostic test mode.

SWIVEL MODULE POSITION SENSOR, CHECKING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

Check the Left swivel module position sensor -G474- or the Right swivel module position sensor -G475- as
follows:

-- Connect the VAS 5051B. Refer to Description and Operation .

-- Select "Guided Fault Finding" in VAS 5051B.

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-- Using the "Go To" button, select "Functions/Component selection" and the following menu options in
sequence:

l Body
l Electrical Equipment
l 01 - On Board Diagnostic (OBD) capable systems
l Automatic headlamp range control cornering light
l Automatic headlamp range control electrical components
l Swivel module position sensor

REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNAS AND SENSORS

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA IN REAR BUMPER -R136-

Component location of Access/Start Authorization Antenna in rear bumper is behind the rear bumper cover.

NOTE: No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary if access/start authorization


antenna in rear bumper is replaced. Erase the entry in the DTC memory in
"Guided Fault Finding" with the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

-- Remove the rear bumper cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the access/start authorization antenna in rear bumper -R136- -1- from the bumper lower section. Pay
attention to the wires still connected.

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Fig. 18: Identifying Rear Bumper Access/Start Authorization Antenna And Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- and remove the access/start authorization antenna in rear bumper -1-.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA 1 IN VEHICLE INTERIOR -R138-

The access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior is installed under the front center console, in front of
the selector lever.

NOTE: No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary if access/start authorization


antenna 1 in vehicle interior is replaced. Erase the entry in the DTC memory in
"Guided Fault Finding" with the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

-- Remove the switches in the center console. Refer to SWITCHES IN CENTER CONSOLE STORAGE
COMPARTMENT .

-- Remove the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior -R138- -1- vertically. Pay attention to the
wires still connected.

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Fig. 19: Identifying Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1 In Vehicle Interior -R138- -1-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- and remove the access/start authorization antenna 1 in vehicle interior -1-.

Fig. 20: Identifying Removal Of Access/Start Authorization Antenna 1 In Vehicle Interior -R138- -1-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: It is not possible to remove the bracket for the access/start authorization
antenna 1 in vehicle interior in the center console without breaking it. If the

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antenna bracket must be removed, then install a new bracket so that there will
not be any rattling noises and the KESSY system will continue to work
correctly.

DRIVER OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE

The following components are integrated in driver side outside door handle

l Driver exterior door handle touch sensor -G415-


l Left access/start authorization antenna -R134-

NOTE: The complete outer door handle must always be replaced if malfunctioning.

No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary when outside door handle


is replaced. Erase the entry in the DTC memory in "Guided Fault Finding" with
the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

-- Remove the left front exterior door handle. Refer to DOOR HANDLE .

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION ANTENNA -R137-

Component location of Luggage Compartment Access/Start Authorization Antenna is in luggage compartment,


at center in front of spare wheel well.

NOTE: No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary if Luggage Compartment


Access/Start Authorization Antenna is replaced. Erase the entry in the DTC
memory in "Guided Fault Finding" with the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

-- Remove the carpet from the luggage compartment.

-- Remove the access/start authorization antenna in luggage compartment -R137- -1- vertically. Pay attention to
the wires still connected.

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Fig. 21: Identifying Luggage Compartment Access/Start Authorization Antenna


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- and remove the access/start authorization antenna in luggage compartment -
1-.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

PASSENGER OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE

The following components are integrated in front passenger exterior door handle

l Front passenger exterior door handle touch sensor -G416-


l Right access/start authorization antenna -R135-

NOTE: The complete outer door handle must always be replaced if malfunctioning.

No coding, basic setting or adaptation is necessary when outside door handle


is replaced. Erase the entry in the DTC memory in "Guided Fault Finding" with
the Vehicle diagnostic tester.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

-- Remove the right front exterior door handle. Refer to DOOR HANDLE .

Installation

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Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE J518

Code the "access/start authorization" system after replacing the access/start authorization control module. Refer
to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-, CODING.

Removing

-- Remove the footwell vent on the driver side. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig. 22: Identifying Access/Start Authorization Control Module And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Open the retainers -arrow- and remove the access/start authorization control module -2- together with the
mount -3- from the brake pedal bracket. Pay attention to the wires still connected.

-- Disconnect the connector -1- and remove the access/start authorization control module -2- from its mount -3-.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

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Fig. 23: Identifying Mount, Access/Start Authorization Control Module And Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the access/start authorization control module -2- in its mount -3-.

-- Slide the bracket and control module onto the guide on the brake pedal bracket until it latches.

-- Connect the connector -1-.

Code the "access/start authorization" system after replacing the access/start authorization control module. Refer
to ACCESS/START AUTHORIZATION CONTROL MODULE -J518-, CODING.

ENTRY LAMP IN EXTERIOR REARVIEW MIRROR -W52- / -W53-

Driver entry lamp in exterior rearview mirror -W52- as well as Front passenger entry lamp in exterior rearview
mirror -W53- is installed in housing of left and right exterior mirror.

NOTE: The exterior mirror must not be removed to remove and install the entry lamps.

Removing and installing driver side and front passenger side entry lamp is the
on both sides and is only described for one side.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the mirror glass. Refer to Removal and Installation

Remove both bolts -arrows-.

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Fig. 24: Identifying Bolts -Arrows-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Release the latch -arrow- and lower the mirror housing lower section slightly.

Fig. 25: Identifying Latch -Arrow-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Carefully push the entry lamp -1- upward and out of the mirror housing lower section.

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Fig. 26: Identifying Entry Lamp -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the bulb socket -1- out of the entry lamp -2-.

Fig. 27: Identifying Bulb Socket -1- And Entry Lamp -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Check the exterior mirror function after installing it.

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ENTRY LAMP IN EXTERIOR MIRROR, BULB

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the entry lamp in outside mirror. Refer to ENTRY LAMP IN EXTERIOR REARVIEW
MIRROR -W52- / -W53-.

-- Pull the bulb -1- out of the socket -2- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 28: Identifying Direction To Pull Plug-In Socket Lamp Out Of Socket
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Bulb: 12V, W6W

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Check the exterior mirror function after installing it.

EXTERIOR MIRROR TURN SIGNAL LAMPS

The Driver exterior mirror turn signal lamp -L131- and the Front passenger exterior mirror turn signal lamp -
L132- are installed in the left/right exterior mirror housing.

NOTE: If damaged, then the entire driver exterior mirror turn signal lamp and/or entire
front passenger exterior mirror turn signal lamp must be replaced.

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Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the driver exterior mirror turn signal lamp bulb or the front passenger exterior mirror turn signal
lamp bulb. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Installation

-- Install the driver exterior mirror turn signal lamp bulb or front passenger exterior mirror turn signal lamp
bulb. Refer to Removal and Installation .

FOG LAMPS

FOG LAMP GOLF

NOTE: Illustrations depict removal and installation of left fog lamp.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Unclip cover cap -1- from locking mechanisms.

Fig. 29: Identifying Fog Lamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove bolt -arrow-.

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Fig. 30: Identifying Fog Lamp Housing


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the fog lamp housing from the bumper cover. Pay attention to the wires still connected.

Fig. 31: Identifying Fog Lamp Harness Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- and remove the fog lamp housing.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

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-- Tighten the threaded connections to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to
FOG LAMP, GOLF OVERVIEW.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust if necessary.

FOG LAMP BULB AND STATIC CORNERING LAMP GOLF

NOTE: The bulb in the fog lamp housing works either as a static cornering lamp or a
fog lamp depending on the control.

The illustration shows the procedure for removing and installing the left fog
lamp.

Removal

-- Remove fog lamp. Refer to FOG LAMP GOLF.

-- Turn the bulb socket with the fog lamp bulb/static cornering lamp -1- in -direction of arrow- and remove it
from the fog lamp.

Fig. 32: Identifying Direction To Rotate Bulb Holder To Remove From Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

The fog lamp bulb and the bulb socket are a single piece and cannot be replaced separately.

Fog lamp bulb: HB4 12V, 51W

Installation

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Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust if necessary.

FOG LAMP, GTI

NOTE: Illustrations depict removal and installation of left fog lamp.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig. 33: Identifying Connector -1- And Screws -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove both screws -2-.

-- Move the fog lamp -1- slightly down and pull it out of the bumper cover in -direction of arrow-.

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Fig. 34: Identifying Fog Lamp -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Tighten the threaded connections to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to
FOG LAMP, GTI OVERVIEW.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust if necessary.

FOG LAMP BULB AND STATIC CORNERING LAMP, GTI

The Left fog lamp bulb -L22- and the Right fog lamp bulb -L23- also work as a static cornering lamp,
depending on the vehicle equipment level. The fog lamp bulb can be replaced through a cover inside the front
wheel housing liner without having to remove the fog lamp.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Unclip the cover -1- from the front wheel housing liner.

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Fig. 35: Identifying Cover -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig. 36: Identifying Connector -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the fog lamp bulb -1- in -direction of arrow- and pull it out of the fog lamp housing.

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Fig. 37: Identifying Fog Lamp Bulb -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Fog lamp bulb: H8 12V, 35W

NOTE: The fog lamp bulb and the bulb socket are a single piece and cannot be
disassembled.

Installation:

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Make sure the cover audibly engages when installed.

FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP

NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable.

Removing and installing the left front side marker lamp is shown in the
illustrations.

Removing and installing the right front side marker lamp is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Depending on the vehicle equipment level, either remove the bolt -arrow- in the wheel housing or remove the
front section of the wheel housing liner. Refer to Description and Operation .

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Fig. 38: Identifying Bolt -Arrow- In Wheel Housing


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the tab -1- in -direction of arrow- and remove the side marker lamp -2-, from the bumper cover.

Fig. 39: Identifying Tab -1-, Side Marker Lamp -2- And Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the bulb socket and bulb -1- out of the side marker lamp housing.

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Fig. 40: Identifying Socket With Bulb Removed From Housing


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the side marker lamp.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: When installing the bulb socket, pay attention to the housing; the openings
under the rubber seal must align with the tabs on the housing.

-- Install the bulb socket into the bulb housing.

-- Insert the front of the side marker lamp -2- with the tab -3- into the opening in the bumper cover. Then press
the back of the side marker lamp -1- until it audibly engages.

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Fig. 41: Identifying Tab -1-, Side Marker Lamp -2- And Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Make sure the side marker lamp works correctly.

FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP BULB

NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable.

Illustrations show removal and installation of left Front side marker lamp bulb -
M11-.

Removing and installing the right front side marker lamp bulb is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the front side marker lamp. Refer to FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP.

-- Remove the bulb from the bulb socket.

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Fig. 42: Identifying Bulb And Socket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Bulb: 12V, W3W

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: When installing the bulb socket, pay attention to the housing; the openings
under the rubber seal must align with the tabs on the housing.

-- Make sure the side marker lamp works correctly.

HALOGEN HEADLAMPS

CENTER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB, REPAIRING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque Screwdriver V.A.G 1624

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Remove the rest of the old headlamp mounting tab -1- as illustrated.

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Fig. 43: Identifying Old Headlamp Mounting Tab -1


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Position the new headlamp mounting tab -1- on the socket on the headlamp and tighten the screws -2- to 1.0
Nm.

Fig. 44: Identifying New Headlamp Mounting Tab


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust it if necessary.

FRONT TURN SIGNAL BULB

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NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to replace a front turn
signal bulb.

Illustrations depict replacement of Front Turn Signal Lamp -- at left headlamp.

Replacing a right front turn signal bulb is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Pull off cover cap -1-.

Fig. 45: Identifying Front Turn Signal Bulb Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the bulb socket -1- in -direction of arrow- and pull the front turn signal bulb out of the headlamp.

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Fig. 46: Identifying Turning Bulb Socket -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the button -arrow- and pull the front turn signal bulb -1- out of the bulb socket.

Fig. 47: Identifying Left Front Turn Signal Bulb -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: The front turn signal bulb and the bulb socket are a single piece and cannot be
disassembled.

Front turn signal lamp: 12V, PSY 24W SV

Installation

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CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: The bulb socket has two tabs-each having a different length, for locking into the
reflector.

Insert the bulb socket and the front turn signal bulb into the reflector so that the
longer tab is at the top.

-- Check headlamp for function.

HALOGEN HEADLAMPS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331

Removal

NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable.

There are two headlamp manufacturers. Removing and installing the headlamp
is identical for both versions.

Removing and installing the left headlamp is shown in the illustrations.


Removing and installing the right headlamp is identical.

Always adjust the headlamp after installing it.

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disengage and disconnect the multi-pin connector -1-.

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Fig. 48: Identifying Headlamp Screw And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the screw -2- on the back of the headlamp.

-- Remove three mounting bolts -arrows-.

Fig. 49: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the headlamp forward, straight out of the opening in the body.

Installation

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Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Insert the three guides on the headlamp into the bottom -arrows- of the guide piece and slide it into the
opening in the body.

Fig. 50: Identifying Headlamp Guides


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the three screws -arrows-.

Fig. 51: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the screw -2- on the back of the headlamp.

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Fig. 52: Identifying Headlamp Screw And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the screws on the headlamp to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to
HALOGEN HEADLAMPS OVERVIEW.

-- Check installation position of headlamp for uniform gap dimensions.

If headlamp has an uneven gap dimension to the body, installation position must be corrected. Refer to
HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING INSTALLATION POSITION.

-- Check headlamp for function.

NOTE: If one headlamp is removed, it must always be adjusted after installation.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR, HELLA

Removal

NOTE: If the motors are removed and installed again or replaced, check the headlamp
adjustment and adjust it again if necessary.

Illustrations depict replacement of headlamp beam adjusting motor at left


headlamp.

Replacing the headlamp range control positioning motor on the right headlamp
is identical.

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-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Pull off cover cap -1-.

Fig. 53: Identifying Headlamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1- from the headlamp range control positioning motor.

Fig. 54: Identifying Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -V48- Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Turn the headlamp range control positioning motor -1- in -direction of arrow- all the way until it stops and
then pull it out of the mount -2-.

Fig. 55: Identifying Turning Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -1-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tip the headlamp range control positioning motor -1- so that it is possible to swing the ball head -3-
downward and out of the ball head mount -2-.

Fig. 56: Identifying Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -1-, Ball Head -3- And Mount -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove headlamp beam adjusting motor out of headlamp housing.

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Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Insert the headlamp range control positioning motor into the headlamp.

-- Connect the connector.

-- Carefully swing the ball head -3- back into the ball head mount -2-.

Fig. 57: Identifying Left Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor -1-, Ball Head -3- And Mount -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the motor -1- to the left all the way to lock it into place.

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Adjust the headlamp.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR, VALEO

Removal

NOTE: Whenever a positioning motor is removed, installed or replace, it is always


necessary then to check the headlamp position and adjust it if necessary.

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Illustrations depict replacement of headlamp beam adjusting motor at right


headlamp.

Replacing the left headlamp range control positioning motor is identical.

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Pull the clip -1- upward and remove the cap -2- from the back of the headlamp.

Fig. 58: Identifying Headlamp Clip And Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the adjustment screw -1- for adjusting the low beam lamp vertically in the following direction:

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Fig. 59: Identifying Headlamp Adjusting Screw


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

l Left headlamp - all around to the left


l Right headlamp - all round to the right

-- Lift the adjustment screw -1- with a screwdriver and pull it out of the headlamp housing.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- from the headlamp range control positioning motor.

-- Move the headlamp range control positioning motor -1- all the way in -direction of arrow- to unlock it.

Fig. 60: Identifying Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Tip the headlamp range control positioning motor -3- so that it is possible to swing the ball head -1-
downward and out of the ball head mount -2-.

Fig. 61: Identifying Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor, Ball Head And Mount
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove headlamp beam adjusting motor out of headlamp housing.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Insert the headlamp range control positioning motor into the headlamp.

-- Connect the connector.

-- Carefully swing the ball head -1- back into the ball head mount -2-.

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Fig. 62: Identifying Headlamp Beam Adjustment Motor, Ball Head And Mount
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the motor -3- to the left all the way to lock it into place.

NOTE: Make sure the O-ring is installed correctly when inserting the low beam vertical
adjustment screw.

-- Insert the low beam vertical adjustment screw back into the headlamp housing.

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

-- Install the cap -2- and clip -1-.

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Fig. 63: Identifying Headlamp Clip And Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Adjust the headlamp.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HIGH BEAM HEADLAMP BULB AND DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP BULB

NOTE: The Left high beam headlamp bulb -M30- and the Right high beam headlamp
bulb -M32- is a two-filament bulb and functions also as the Left daytime running
lamp -L174- and the Right daytime running lamp -L175-.

It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to replace a high beam


headlamp/daytime running lamp bulb.

The illustrations show how to replace the high beam headlamp bulb/daytime
running lamp on the left headlamp.

Replacing the high beam headlamp/daytime running lamp bulb in the right
headlamp is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Pull off cover cap -1-.

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Fig. 64: Identifying Parking Lamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the bulb socket -1- in -direction of arrow- and pull the high beam headlamp/daytime running lamp bulb
out of the headlamp.

Fig. 65: Identifying High Beam Headlamp Bulb And Socket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: The high beam headlamp/daytime running lamp bulb and the bulb socket are a
single piece and cannot be disassembled.

High beam headlamp/daytime running lamp bulb: 12V, 15/55W

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Installation

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check headlamp adjustment and adjust headlamp if necessary.

INNER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB, REPAIRING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque Screwdriver V.A.G 1624

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Remove the rest of the old headlamp mounting tab -1- as illustrated.

Fig. 66: Identifying Old Headlamp Mounting Tab


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Position the new headlamp mounting tab -1- on the socket on the headlamp and tighten the screw -2- to 1.0
Nm.

Fig. 67: Identifying New Headlamp Mounting Tab And Screws


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust it if necessary.

LOW BEAM HEADLAMP BULB

NOTE: It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to remove the low beam
headlamp bulb.

The illustrations show how to replace the low beam headlamp bulb on the left
headlamp.

Replacing the low beam headlamp bulb in the right headlamp is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

ONLY ON THE HELLA HEADLAMP

-- Pull off cover cap -1-.

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Fig. 68: Identifying Hella Headlamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

ONLY ON THE VALEO HEADLAMP

NOTE: The headlamp is shown removed in the following illustration.

It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to change the low beam
headlamp bulb.

-- Pull the clip -1- upward and remove the cap -2- from the back of the headlamp.

Fig. 69: Identifying Valeo Headlamp Clip And Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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Continuation for all vehicles

-- Remove lamp socket with low beam headlamp bulb in -direction of arrow- and remove it from headlamp.

Fig. 70: Identifying Bulb Socket And Left Low Beam Headlamp Bulb
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the low beam headlamp bulb -2- from the bulb socket -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 71: Identifying Low Beam Headlamp From Lamp Socket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Low beam headlamp bulb 12V, 55W

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Installation

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

OUTER HEADLAMP MOUNTING TAB, REPAIRING

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque screwdriver V.A.G 1624

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Remove the rest of the old headlamp mounting tab -1- as illustrated.

Fig. 72: Identifying Old Headlamp Mounting Tab


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Position the new headlamp mounting tab -1- on the socket on the headlamp and tighten the screws -2- to 1.0
Nm.

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Fig. 73: Identifying New Headlamp Mounting Tab And Screws


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install headlamp. Refer to HALOGEN HEADLAMPS.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust it if necessary.

PARKING LAMP BULB

NOTE: The headlamp does not need to be removed to replace the parking lamp bulb.

Illustrations depict replacement of parking lamp at left headlamp.

Replacing the parking lamp bulb in the right headlamp is identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Pull off cover cap -1-.

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Fig. 74: Identifying Parking Lamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the bulb socket -1- with the parking lamp bulb out of the reflector. Pay attention to the length of the
wires still connected.

Fig. 75: Identifying Left Side Marker Lamp Bulb


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the parking lamp bulb -2- straight out of the bulb socket -1- in -direction of arrow-.

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Fig. 76: Identifying Parking Light And Lamp Socket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Parking lamp bulb: Bulb 12V, 5W

Installation

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Check headlamp for function.

HID HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP

CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL MODULE -J745-

Removing

-- Remove the glove compartment. Refer to Storage Compartments, Covers and Trim in Removal and
Installation .

-- Remove screws -arrows-.

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Fig. 77: Identifying Control Module -1- And Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the control module -1-. Pay attention to the wires still connected.

-- Press the tab -arrow-, move the bracket -1- in -direction of arrow 2- and disconnect the connector.

Fig. 78: Identifying Tab -Arrow-, Bracket -1- And -Direction Of Arrow 2- To Disconnect Connector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

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NOTE: Code the new headlamp range/cornering lamp control module after installing it
and then perform a basic setting on the headlamp, refer to CORNERING LAMP
AND HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL MODULE -J745-, CODING and refer to
HEADLAMPS, CHECKING AND ADJUSTING .

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check the headlamp adjustment and adjust it if necessary. Refer to HEADLAMPS, CHECKING AND
ADJUSTING .

DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP AND PARKING LAMP LED MODULE -L176- / -L177-

The Left daytime running lamp and parking lamp LED module -L176- and the Right LED daytime running
lamp and parking lamp LED module -L177- are located inside the headlamp and cannot be replaced
individually.

If a failure occurs, the entire headlamp must be replaced. Refer to HEADLAMPS.

DAYTIME RUNNING AND PARKING LAMP LED MODULE -L176- / -L177-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque Screwdriver VAS 6494 or equivalent

NOTE: The daytime running lamp module LED and the parking lamp are a complete
single component and cannot be serviced. If the one of the LEDs in the module
is faulty, then it is necessary to replace the complete component.

Removal

NOTE: Removing and installing is shown on the left side of the vehicle. Removing and
installing the Right LED parking lamp/DRL module -L177- on the right side of
the vehicle is identical.

-- Remove front bumper cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disconnect the connector -1- for the daytime running lamp module LED and parking lamp from the front air
guide -2-.

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Fig. 79: Identifying Connector -1- And Front Air Guide -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect electrical connector -1-.

-- Remove the air guide grille -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig. 80: Identifying Air Guide Grille -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove screws -1-.

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Fig. 81: Identifying Screws -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the daytime running lamp module and parking lamp LED -1- from the bumper.

Fig. 82: Identifying Parking Lamp Led -1-, Opening In Bumper -2- And Wiring Harness -3-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Guide the wiring harness -3- through the opening in the bumper -2-.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

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-- Install the daytime running lamp and parking lamp LED module into the opening in the bumper and tighten
the screws -1-.

Fig. 83: Identifying Screws -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the air guide grille -1-. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Connect the connector -1- and attach the wiring harness to the front air guide grille -2-.

Fig. 84: Identifying Connector -1- And Front Air Guide -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install front bumper cover Removal and Installation .

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NOTE: Make sure the daytime running lamp and parking lamp LED module is working
correctly.

Tightening Specifications

Component Nm
Daytime running lamp and parking lamp LED module to the bumper 2

HEADLAMPS

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331

Removal

NOTE: It is not necessary to disconnect the battery ground cable.

Removing and installing the left headlamp is shown in the illustrations.


Removing and installing the right headlamp is identical.

Always adjust the headlamp after installing it.

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the radiator grille. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the front bumper cover. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disengage and disconnect the multi-pin connector -1-.

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Fig. 85: Identifying Headlamp Screw And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the screw -2- on the back of the headlamp.

-- Remove three mounting bolts -arrows-.

Fig. 86: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the headlamp forward, straight out of the opening in the body.

Installation

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Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Insert the three guides on the headlamp into the bottom -arrows- of the guide piece and slide it into the
opening in the body.

Fig. 87: Identifying Headlamp Guides


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- First install the three screws -arrows- at the top.

Fig. 88: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the screw -2- on the back of the headlamp.

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Fig. 89: Identifying Headlamp Screw And Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the screws on the headlamp to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to
HID HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP OVERVIEW.

-- Check headlamp for function.

-- Check installation position of headlamp for uniform gap dimensions.

If headlamp has an uneven gap dimension to the body, installation position must be corrected. Refer to
HEADLAMPS, CORRECTING INSTALLATION POSITION.

NOTE: Always perform a basic setting on the headlamp, whenever an HID headlamp is
removed or adapted to the body. Adjust the headlamp if necessary.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HEADLAMP POWER OUTPUT STAGE -J667- / -J668-

The Left headlamp power output stage -J667- or the Right headlamp power output stage -J668- is located at the
bottom of the headlamp housing.

NOTE: The following illustrations show the procedure for removing and installing the
headlamp power output stage on the right headlamp. Removing and installing
the left headlamp is identical.

Removal

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HEADLAMPS.

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-- Remove three mounting bolts -arrows-.

Fig. 90: Identifying Headlamp Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: The connector is disconnected at the same time when the headlamp power
output stage is removed from the headlamp housing.

-- Remove the headlamp power output stage -1- upward from the headlamp housing.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: Make sure the seal fits correctly when installing the headlamp power
output stage --. It is destroyed by ingress of water into headlamp.

-- Tighten the screws to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to HID
HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP OVERVIEW.

NOTE: Code the cornering lamp and headlamp range control module -J745- after
installing a new headlamp power output stage and then perform a basic setting
on the headlamp, refer to CORNERING LAMP AND HEADLAMP RANGE
CONTROL MODULE -J745-, CODING and refer to HEADLAMPS, CHECKING AND
ADJUSTING .

-- Check headlamp for function.

HEADLAMP RANGE CONTROL POSITIONING MOTOR

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The headlamp range control positioning motor cannot be removed on HID headlamps with corning lamps.

If the headlamp beam adjusting motor is defective, the headlamp must be replaced.

HEADLAMP REFLECTOR ADJUSTMENT SOLENOID -N395- / -N396-

Left Headlamp Reflector Adjustment Solenoid -N395- and Right Headlamp Reflector Adjustment Solenoid -
N396- are located inside the headlamp and cannot be replaced or adjusted separately.

If a failure occurs, the entire headlamp must be replaced. Refer to HEADLAMPS.

HID BULB

WARNING: Note usage and safety notes for gas discharge headlamps, refer to HID
HEADLAMPS, USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

NOTE: Replacing the Left HID headlamp bulb -L13- inside a left headlamp is shown in
the following illustrations. Replacing the Right HID headlamp bulb -L14- is
identical.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HEADLAMPS.

-- Remove the cap -1- from the rear side of the headlamp.

Fig. 91: Identifying Headlamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Press the button -button- to release the connector -1- and then disconnect the connector downward.

Fig. 92: Identifying Connector -1- And Button


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the HID headlamp bulb -1- in -direction of arrow- and carefully remove it from the reflector.

Fig. 93: Identifying Hid Headlamp Bulb -1- And -Direction Of Arrow- To Remove Reflector
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

HID headlamp bulb: D1S 12V, 35W

Installation

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Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

WARNING: l Note usage and safety notes for gas discharge headlamps, refer to
HID HEADLAMPS, USAGE AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
l When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated.
It is destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the HID bulb when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which will evaporate and cloud the glass when the
bulb is switched on.

Do not subject the glass of the gas-discharge bulb to any mechanical stress.
The glass bulb is very fragile externally and is under high pressure internally.

Avoid looking directly into the light beam, since the UV rays given off by the
HID bulb are approximately 2.5 times stronger than those of a halogen bulb.

-- Check headlamp for function.

NOTE: Always perform a basic setting on the headlamp, whenever an HID headlamp is
removed or adapted to the body. Adjust the headlamp if necessary.

-- Check the headlamp setting and adjust if necessary.

HID HEADLAMP BALLAST -J426- / -J427-

The Left High Intensity Gas Discharge (HID) Lamp Ballast -J426- or the Right High Intensity Gas Discharge
(HID) Lamp Ballast -J427- is located on the under side of the respective headlamp housing.

NOTE: The following illustrations show removing and installing the right HID lamp
ballast in the right headlamp. Removing and installing the left HID lamp ballast
in the left headlamp is identical.

Removal

-- Remove headlamp. Refer to HEADLAMPS.

-- Remove both bolts -arrows-.

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Fig. 94: Identifying HID Headlamp Ballast Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: When removing the HID headlamp ballast from the headlamp housing, the
electrical connector is disconnected at the same time.

-- Pull the High Intensity HID Lamp Ballast -1- straight up from the headlamp housing.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: Make sure the seal fit correctly when installing the HID headlamp ballast. It
is destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

-- Tighten the screws to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to HID
HEADLAMP AND CORNERING LAMP OVERVIEW.

-- Check headlamp for function.

LEVEL CONTROL SYSTEM SENSOR

The level control system transmits the vehicle inclination in the form of a signal to the automatic headlamp
range control system. The level control system determines this signal from all of the signals transmitted by the
level control system sensors.

The vehicle level control system sensor is a component of the level control system. For removing and installing
the vehicle level sensor, refer to Removal and Installation

PARKING LAMP BULB

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NOTE: The illustrations show how to replace the left parking lamp -M1-.

Replacing the right parking lamp bulb -M3- in the right headlamp is identical.

It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to remove the parking lamp
bulb.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Turn the cap -2- to the left and remove it.

Fig. 95: Identifying Headlamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the bulb socket -1- together with the parking lamp bulb out of the reflector. Pay attention to the wires still
connected.

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Fig. 96: Identifying Bulb Socket -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull the parking lamp bulb -1- out of the bulb socket -2- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 97: Identifying Parking Lamp Bulb -1- And Bulb Socket -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Parking lamp bulb: Bulb 12V, 5W

Installation

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

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NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Check headlamp for function.

TURN SIGNAL BULB

NOTE: The following illustrations show the procedure for replacing right front turn
signal bulb -M7- inside the right headlamp.

The procedure for replacing the left front turn signal bulb -M5- in the left
headlamp is similar.

It is not necessary to remove the headlamp in order to remove the turn signal
bulb.

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Turn the cap -2- to the left and remove it.

Fig. 98: Identifying Headlamp Cap


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Turn the bulb socket -1- in -direction of arrow- and pull it together with the turn signal bulb out of the
reflector.

Fig. 99: Identifying Bulb Socket -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the releases -arrows- and pull the front turn signal bulb -1- out of the bulb socket -2-.

Fig. 100: Identifying Releases -Arrows-, Signal Bulb -1- And Bulb Socket -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: The front turn signal bulb and the bulb socket are a single piece and cannot be
disassembled.

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Front turn signal lamp: 12V, PSY 24W

Installation

CAUTION: When installing the cover cap, make sure the cap is properly seated. It is
destroyed by entry of water into headlamp.

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the light bulb, when installing. Your fingers will leave
traces of grease on the glass which, when the light is switched on, will
evaporate and cloud the glass.

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Check headlamp for function.

HIGH-MOUNTED BRAKE LAMP -M25-

GOLF

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Plastic Wedge T10039/1

NOTE: Failure of LEDs in high-mount brake lights:

Individual LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in auxiliary brake lights are combined
into groups of up to four LEDs and are supplied with power as a group.

The high-mount brake lamp is designed in such a way that it still meets legal
requirements when one LED group fails.

If another LED group fails, these legal requirements are no longer met.

When one LED group fails, the intact LEDs are given a higher load, by which
failure of other LED groups can be assumed in the near future.

If more than four individual LEDs in auxiliary brake lamp have failed, the
auxiliary brake lamp must be replaced (repair measure).

The spray nozzle for the rear window washer system is inside the high-mounted brake lamp.

Spray Nozzle, Rear Window Washer System, removing and installing and adjusting, refer to REAR WINDOW
SPRAY NOZZLE .

Removal

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-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Cover the area of the rear lid above the brake lamp with a strip of adhesive tape -1-.

Fig. 101: Identifying Strip Of Adhesive Tape -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the rear lid window frame trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

CAUTION: When removing high-mount brake light, ensure seal is not damaged.

-- Place the T10039/1 -1- at the top between the High-mounted brake lamp bulb -M25- -2- and the rear lid.

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Fig. 102: Identifying T10039/1 -1- And High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb -M25- -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the lower springs -arrows- and remove the high-mounted brake lamp bulb from the rear lid.

Fig. 103: Pressing Lower Springs -Arrows- With Screwdriver To Remove High-Mounted Brake Lamp
Bulb From Rear Lid
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the hose clip -arrow- and pull the hose connection -1- off the high-mounted brake lamp.

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Fig. 104: Identifying Hose Clip -Arrow-, Connection -1- And Connector -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- and remove the high-mounted brake lamp.

Installation

NOTE: When installing high-mounted brake lamp, ensure seal is seated correctly. Seal
must not have any bulges and must not be damaged.

-- Install the hose and the hose connection.

-- Install the brake lamp into the rear lid starting at the bottom.

-- Make sure the high-mounted brake lamp and the rear window washer system are working correctly.

GTI, THROUGH MAY 09

NOTE: Failure of LEDs in high-mount brake lights:

Individual LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in auxiliary brake lights are combined
into groups of up to four LEDs and are supplied with power as a group.

The high-mount brake lamp is designed in such a way that it still meets legal
requirements when one LED group fails.

If another LED group fails, these legal requirements are no longer met.

When one LED group fails, the intact LEDs are given a higher load, by which
failure of other LED groups can be assumed in the near future.

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If more than four individual LEDs in auxiliary brake lamp have failed, the
auxiliary brake lamp must be replaced (repair measure).

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the spoiler on the edge of the roof. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Carefully remove the rubber seal -1- from the opening.

Fig. 105: Identifying Rubber Seal -1- And Connector -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -2-.

-- Remove both screws -arrows- and remove the brake lamp -1- from the spoiler on the edge of the roof.

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Fig. 106: Identifying Screws -Arrows- And Brake Lamp -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: When installing roof edge spoiler, ensure rubber seal between high-mounted
brake lamp wiring harness and body is seated correctly.

GTI, FROM JUNE 09

NOTE: Failure of LEDs in high-mount brake lights:

Individual LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in auxiliary brake lights are combined
into groups of up to four LEDs and are supplied with power as a group.

The high-mount brake lamp is designed in such a way that it still meets legal
requirements when one LED group fails.

If another LED group fails, these legal requirements are no longer met.

When one LED group fails, the intact LEDs are given a higher load, by which
failure of other LED groups can be assumed in the near future.

If more than four individual LEDs in auxiliary brake lamp have failed, the
auxiliary brake lamp must be replaced (repair measure).

Removal

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-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

Fig. 107: Identifying Brake Lamp -2- And Screwdriver Moved In -Direction Of Arrow- To Pull Clip -1-
Downward
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Insert a suitable screwdriver into the opening under the High-mounted brake lamp -M25-.

-- Move the screwdriver in -direction of arrow- and pull the clip -1- downward.

-- Repeat this on the second clip on the high-mounted brake lamp.

-- Remove the high-mounted brake lamp -2- from the spoiler on the edge of the roof paying attention to the
wires still connected.

-- Carefully remove the rubber seal -1- from the opening.

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Fig. 108: Identifying Rubber Seal -1- And Connector -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -2-.

-- Remove the high-mounted brake lamp.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Make sure the rubber seal -1- between the wiring harness for the high-mounted
brake lamp and the body fits correctly when installing.

-- Make sure the high-mounted brake lamp fits correctly in the spoiler on the edge of the roof after installing the
clips.

-- Perform a functionality test on the high-mounted brake lamp.

IGNITION SWITCH AND LOCK CYLINDER, THROUGH 05.10

STEERING LOCK HOUSING

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

NOTE: To remove steering lock housing, it is first necessary to remove base carrier for
steering column switches.

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CAUTION: l Steering lock may be destroyed.


l If steering lock is operated without lock cylinder, it locks and must be
replaced.
l Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove base carrier for steering column switches. Refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION
SWITCH -E595-, THROUGH 05.10.

LOCK CYLINDER

CAUTION: l Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting


and connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING
AND CONNECTING .
l Steering lock may be destroyed.
l If steering lock is operated without lock cylinder, it locks and must be
replaced.
l Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

NOTE: the turn signal switch, the windshield wiper switch, the steering angle sensor,
the spiral spring, the steering wheel and the steering column electronic
systems control module are not shown in the illustration. Components must not
be removed when removing lock cylinder.

The immobilizer induction coil is attached to the lock cylinder and cannot be
replaced separately.

To improve clarity, the ignition key is not shown in the following illustrations.

The hole can be located opposite 180° as shown in the illustration. This does
not affect removing and installing.

-- Insert ignition key into lock cylinder and turn it into position Drive.

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Fig. 109: Identifying Key Positions Of Lock Cylinder


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Key positions of lock cylinder:

1 - Position Off

2 - Position Run

3 - Position Start

NOTE: For reasons of clarity, the following illustration depicts lock cylinder as
removed and without ignition key.

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Fig. 110: Identifying Direction To Release Lock Cylinder Securing Lever With
Wire
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Insert a steel wire (approximately 1.2 mm diameter) into the hole -arrow- next to the ignition key.

-- Using the steel wire -2-, release -arrow- the retaining lever -3- of the lock cylinder -1-.

-- Remove the lock cylinder -1- from the steering lock housing.

-- Disconnect harness connector -arrow- at induction coil.

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Fig. 111: Identifying Removal Of Base Carrier For Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

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Fig. 112: Identifying Direction To Release Lock Cylinder Securing Lever With Wire
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: To improve clarity, the ignition key is not shown in the following illustration.

-- Insert the ignition key into the lock cylinder -1- and turn it to the Run position.

-- Using the steel wire -2-, release -arrow- the retaining lever -3- of the lock cylinder -1-.

-- Connect the immobilizer induction coil connector.

-- Insert the lock cylinder -1- into the steering lock housing.

NOTE: Connection of induction coil for anti-theft immobilizer must be inserted into
guide on steering lock housing.

-- Pull the steel wire -2- out of the lock cylinder -1- and verify that the lock cylinder is securely seated in the
steering lock housing.

-- Install all the components in reverse order of removal.

IGNITION SWITCH

Removal

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disconnect harness connector -2- from ignition/starter switch -1-.

Kostal

-- Free up the hole -2- under the seal -3-.

-- Remove the cover -1- in -direction of arrow- with a small screwdriver.

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Fig. 113: Identifying Removal Of Cover


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Release the ignition switch with two small screwdrivers -arrows-.

Fig. 114: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull out ignition/starter switch -1- from steering lock housing.

Installation

-- Insert ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing until it engages audibly.

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-- Insert ignition key into lock cylinder and turn it into position Drive.

Fig. 115: Identifying Key Positions Of Lock Cylinder


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Key must be located in Drive position.

Key positions of lock cylinder:

1 - Position Off

2 - Position Run

3 - Position Start

-- Install all the components in reverse order of removal.

IGNITION KEY REMOVAL LOCK SOLENOID -N376-

The ignition switch key lock solenoid must be mounted next to the ignition switch.

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NOTE: To remove the ignition key on a vehicle with a DSG transmission, move the
selector lever into "P" and then switch off the ignition. Otherwise, ignition
switch key lock solenoid prevents the key from being removed!

Removal

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.

-- Release locking device -2- using a suitable screwdriver.

Fig. 116: Identifying Ignition Key Removal Lock Solenoid N376 And Locking Device
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull Ignition Key Removal Lock Solenoid -1- in direction of arrow out of its mount.

-- During this, harness connector is simultaneously disconnected.

Installation

-- Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: After connecting the battery, activate the ignition switch key lock solenoid by
performing an output diagnostic test.

IGNITION SWITCH AND LOCK CYLINDER, FROM 06.10

STEERING LOCK HOUSING

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and

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connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND


CONNECTING .

NOTE: To remove steering lock housing, it is first necessary to remove base carrier for
steering column switches.

CAUTION: l Steering lock may be destroyed.


l If steering lock is operated without lock cylinder, it locks and must be
replaced.
l Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove the steering column switch base carrier. Refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION
SWITCH -E595-.

LOCK CYLINDER

CAUTION: l Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting


and connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING
AND CONNECTING .
l Steering lock may be destroyed.
l If steering lock is operated without lock cylinder, it locks and must be
replaced.
l Steering lock must not be operated without lock cylinder.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

NOTE: The steering column lever, the spiral spring and the steering wheel are not
shown in the illustration. Components must not be removed when removing
lock cylinder.

The immobilizer induction coil is attached to the lock cylinder and cannot be
replaced separately.

To improve clarity, the ignition key is not shown in the following illustrations.

The hole can be located opposite 180° as shown in the illustration. This does

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not affect removing and installing.

-- Insert ignition key into lock cylinder and turn it into position Drive.

Fig. 117: Identifying Key Positions Of Lock Cylinder


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Key positions of lock cylinder:

1 - Position Off

2 - Position Run

3 - Position Start

NOTE: For reasons of clarity, the following illustration depicts lock cylinder as
removed and without ignition key.

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Fig. 118: Identifying Direction To Release Lock Cylinder Securing Lever With
Wire
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Insert a steel wire (approximately 1.2 mm diameter) into the hole -arrow- next to the ignition key.

-- Using the steel wire -2-, release -arrow- the retaining lever -3- of the lock cylinder -1-.

-- Remove the lock cylinder -1- from the steering lock housing.

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow- on the anti-theft immobilizer induction coil.

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Fig. 119: Identifying Removal Of Base Carrier For Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

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Fig. 120: Identifying Direction To Release Lock Cylinder Securing Lever With Wire
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: To improve clarity, the ignition key is not shown in the following illustration.

-- Insert the ignition key into the lock cylinder -1- and turn it to the Run position.

-- Using the steel wire -2-, release -arrow- the retaining lever -3- of the lock cylinder -1-.

-- Connect the immobilizer induction coil connector.

-- Insert the lock cylinder -1- into the steering lock housing.

NOTE: Connection of induction coil for anti-theft immobilizer must be inserted into
guide on steering lock housing.

-- Pull the steel wire -2- out of the lock cylinder -1- and verify that the lock cylinder is securely seated in the
steering lock housing.

-- Install all the components in reverse order of removal.

IGNITION SWITCH

Removal

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Disconnect harness connector -2- from ignition/starter switch -1-.

Kostal

-- Free up the hole -2- under the seal -3-.

-- Remove the cover -1- in -direction of arrow- with a small screwdriver.

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Fig. 121: Identifying Removal Of Cover


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Release the ignition switch with two small screwdrivers -arrows-.

Fig. 122: Identifying Ignition Starter Switch


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull out ignition/starter switch -1- from steering lock housing.

Installation

-- Insert ignition/starter switch into steering lock housing until it engages audibly.

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-- Insert ignition key into lock cylinder and turn it into position Drive.

Fig. 123: Identifying Key Positions Of Lock Cylinder


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Key must be located in Drive position.

Key positions of lock cylinder:

1 - Position Off

2 - Position Run

3 - Position Start

-- Install all the components in reverse order of removal.

IGNITION KEY REMOVAL LOCK SOLENOID -N376-

The ignition switch key lock solenoid must be mounted next to the ignition switch.

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NOTE: To remove key on a vehicle with a DSG transmission, move the selector lever
into "P" and then switch off the ignition. Otherwise, ignition switch key lock
solenoid prevents the key from being removed!

Removal

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Release locking device -2- using a suitable screwdriver.

Fig. 124: Identifying Ignition Key Removal Lock Solenoid N376 And Locking Device
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pull ignition switch key lock solenoid -1- in direction of arrow out of its mount.

-- During this, harness connector is simultaneously disconnected.

Installation

-- Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: After connecting the battery, activate the ignition switch key lock solenoid by
performing an output diagnostic test.

LICENSE PLATE LAMP

LICENSE PLATE LAMP ATTACHED BY SCREWS

Removal

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-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Press retaining tab -arrow- in direction of arrow with a suitable screwdriver and remove license plate lamp
from bumper.

Fig. 125: Identifying License Plate Light And Bolts


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disengage and disconnect harness connector -arrow-.

Fig. 126: Identifying License Plate Light Harness Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

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Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: There is a small silver protective strip -arrow- applied to the license plate lamp
lens. When installing the lens, this strip must always face the bumper.

Fig. 127: Identifying License Plate Light Lens Silver Reflector Strip
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Check the license plate lamp function.

BULB, LICENSE PLATE LAMP ATTACHED BY SCREWS

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove bolts -arrows- for the license plate light.

-- Remove diffusion lens with bulb from license plate lamp housing.

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Fig. 128: Identifying License Plate Light Screws


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press contact plate in -direction of arrow- and remove the bulb.

Fig. 129: Identifying Unclip Bulb From Bracket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Bulb: tubular bulb 12V C5W

Installation

Installation is the reverse of removal, noting the following:

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NOTE: There is a small silver protective strip -arrow- applied to the license plate lamp
lens. When installing the lens, this strip must always face the bumper.

When assembling license plate light, make sure that diffusion lens gasket has
proper fit.

Fig. 130: Identifying License Plate Light Lens Silver Reflector Strip
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the mounting bolts -arrows- to 1.2 Nm.

Fig. 131: Identifying License Plate Light Screws


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Check the license plate lamp function.

LICENSE PLATE LAMP ATTACHED BY CLIPS

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Press the license plate lamp tab -arrow- and remove the lamp from the bumper cover.

Fig. 132: Identifying License Plate Lamp Tab And Bumper Cover
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disengage and disconnect harness connector -arrow-.

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Fig. 133: Identifying Harness Connector


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Install the license plate lamp into the bumper cover so that the connector faces
the left side of the vehicle.

-- Check the license plate lamp function.

BULB, LICENSE PLATE LAMP ATTACHED BY CLIPS

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Remove the license plate lamp. Refer to LICENSE PLATE LAMP ATTACHED BY CLIPS.

-- Turn the bulb socket in -direction of arrow- and pull it out of the license plate lamp.

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Fig. 134: Identifying Bulb Socket


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Glass base bulb 12V, W5W

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

START SYSTEM BUTTON -E378-

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Trim Removal Wedge VAS 3409

NOTE: When removing and installing components in a visible area (switches, covers,
trim, etc.), mask off the areas at which a prying tool (VAS 3409, screwdriver) will
be positioned, using commercially available adhesive tape.

Removing

-- Turn off the ignition and all electrical consumers.

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Fig. 135: Identifying Start System Button -Arrows- And Screwdriver


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Pry off the cap on the start system button -arrows- using the VAS 3409 or use a screwdriver.

Fig. 136: Identifying Connectors -Arrows- And Start System Button


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connectors -arrows- and remove the start system button.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

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NOTE: Make sure the start system button cap fits securely in the steering column trim.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, THROUGH 05.10

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

When removing the complete steering column switches including base carrier, it is disassembled and steering
lock housing is also removed with it. New shear bolts are required for installing steering lock housing.

Also, if only one individual component of steering column switch is removed or replaced, the sequence
described in the following must always be adhered to.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove steering column switch assembly components in the following sequence:

l Steering column electronic systems control module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.
l Airbag Spiral Spring/Return Spring With Slip Ring -F138-. Refer to AIRBAG SPIRAL
SPRING/RETURN SPRING WITH SLIP RING -F138-.
l Turn Signal Switch -E2-. Refer to TURN SIGNAL SWITCH -E2-.
l Windshield Wiper Switch -E-. Refer to WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH -E-.
l Base carrier for steering column switches. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE PLATE.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

AIRBAG SPIRAL SPRING/RETURN SPRING WITH SLIP RING -F138-

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Removal

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the following components in order:

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.

NOTE: When removing, the spiral spring must not be twisted out of the center position
and wheels must be in the straight ahead position.

-- Lift straps -arrows- slightly at spiral spring -1- and remove spiral spring toward rear from steering column
and steering column switches.

Fig. 137: Identifying Straps And Spiral Spring

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Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: The turn signal lever could break when installing the spiral spring.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral
spring so that it does not fall out.

NOTE: When installing spiral spring, spiral spring must be in center position and
wheels must be in the straight ahead position.

The following depicts center position of spiral spring, which is dependent on the manufacturer:

l The color marked (black square) band -arrow- must be located in viewing window -1-.

Fig. 138: Identifying Color Marked (Black Square) Band And Viewing Window
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

l The color marked (yellow) band -arrow- must be located in viewing window -1-.

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Fig. 139: Identifying Color Marked (Yellow) Band And Viewing Window
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE PLATE

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Angled Hand Drill


l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

NOTE: For the removal of base carrier for steering column switches -2-, shear bolts of
steering lock housing must be drilled out. New shear bolts -1- are required for
the subsequent installation.

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Fig. 140: Identifying Removal Of Base Carrier For Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: l Before drilling out shear bolts, always ensure all components
secured to base carrier are removed beforehand.
l By drilling out, drill shavings can reach the neighboring components,
which can lead to damage and / or malfunctions!
l When removing steering column switch components, observe
specified sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove all components secured to the base carrier in the specified sequence, refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

After components secured to base carrier have been removed, the base carrier can be removed:

-- Drill out the bolts -1- from the steering lock housing -3-.

NOTE: Bolts M8 -1-, core hole diameter 6.8 mm.

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-- Remove steering lock housing and base carrier for steering column switches -2- from steering column toward
rear.

-- Remove steering lock housing from base carrier for steering column switches.

Installation

Fig. 141: Identifying Removal Of Base Carrier For Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Set steering lock housing in base carrier for steering column switches.

-- Slide base carrier for steering column switches -2- as far as possible onto steering column.

-- Connect harness connector -arrow- to induction coil -3-.

-- Attach the steering lock housing to the steering column with new shear bolts -1-.

-- Tighten new shear bolts -1- until bolt heads shear off.

-- Install all steering column switch components in the opposite sequence.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-

NOTE: After installing a new control module, it must be coded. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, THROUGH 05.10,
CODING.

If malfunctions occur at steering column switch, coding of control module must


be checked. Refer to STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL

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MODULE -J527-, THROUGH 05.10, CODING.

Removal

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove bolt -1-.

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Fig. 142: Identifying Wire Or Drill Placed In Hole To Release Retaining Tab In Front Catch
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Slide a suitable wire -2- approximately 45 mm deep -arrow 1- into the hole on the Steering Column
Electronic Systems Control Module to release the retaining tab -arrow 2-.

-- Using a suitable screwdriver, press rear catch retaining tab -arrow A- back toward steering wheel to loosen
catch.

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Fig. 143: Locating Rear Catch Retaining Tab


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Carefully pull Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module downward from steering column
switches.

NOTE: When removing, ensure Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module is
removed straight downward without tilting.

-- Disengage -arrow A- harness connector -1- and disconnect it from Steering Column Electronic Systems
Control Module.

Fig. 144: Identifying Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module J527 Electrical Connectors
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Remove securing latch -3- from harness connector -2-.

-- Disengage lock -arrow B- on electrical connection -2- and disconnect from Steering Column Electronic
Systems Control Module.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Make sure the pins are not bent and the connector clicks into place.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH -E2-

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

NOTE: The "Turn signal switch" consists of the components Turn Signal switch -E2-,
Headlamp Dimmer/Flasher Switch -E4- and depending on equipment (CCS)
Cruise Control Switch -E45-.

For reasons of clarity, steering column switches with Cruise Control Switch are
depicted as removed in the illustration.

Removal

-- Release retaining clips -arrows- using a 1.0 mm feeler gauge -1- and remove "turn signal switch" toward rear
(toward rear of vehicle).

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Fig. 145: Identifying Removal Of Turn Signal Switch


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Turn signal switch must engage audibly.

WINDSHIELD WIPER SWITCH -E-

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removal

NOTE: The steering column switch is shown removed.

-- Release retaining clips -arrows- using a 1.0 mm feeler gauge -1- and remove Windshield Wiper Switch
toward rear (toward rear of vehicle).

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Fig. 146: Identifying Removal Of Windshield Wiper Switch E


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Windshield Wiper Switch must engage audibly.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, WITHOUT KESSY, FROM 06.10

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

When removing the complete steering column switches including base carrier, it is disassembled and steering
lock housing is also removed with it. New shear bolts are required for installing steering lock housing.

Also, if only one individual component of steering column switch is removed or replaced, the sequence

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described in the following must always be adhered to.

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove steering column switch assembly components in the following sequence:

l Steering column electronic systems control module -J527-, refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.
l Steering column combination switch -E595-, refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION
SWITCH -E595-
l Steering column switch base carrier, refer to BASE CARRIER FOR STEERING COLUMN
SWITCHES.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO

Removal

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the following components in order:

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-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig. 147: Identifying Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module Connectors And Mounting
Bolts
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connectors -1-, -2-, -3- and -4-, depending on the vehicle equipment level.

NOTE: Do not turn the spiral spring on the steering column electronic systems control
module from its center position during removal. The front wheels must be in the
straight-ahead position.

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the
steering column switch.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral
spring so that it does not fall out.

-- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is
straight.

-- Install the three bolts for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column

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switch module and tighten them to 1.5 Nm.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL

Removal

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the following components in order:

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig. 148: Identifying Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module Connectors, Mounting Bolt
And Catches
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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-- Disconnect the connectors -1-, -2-, -3-, -4- and -5-, depending on the vehicle equipment level.

-- Remove bolt -arrow B-.

NOTE: Do not turn the spiral spring on the steering column electronic systems control
module for the steering column electronics from its center position during
removal. The front wheels must be in the straight-ahead position.

-- Unlock both catches -arrows A- and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the
steering column switch.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral
spring so that it does not fall out.

-- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is
straight until it latches.

-- Install the bolt for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch
module and tighten it to 1.5 Nm.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, VALEO

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removal

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.

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Fig. 149: Identifying Releases -Arrows- And Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Unlock all 3 releases -arrows- and remove the entire steering column combination switch -E595- from the
steering column switch base carrier.

Installation

-- Push the steering column combination switch onto the guide on the steering column switch base carrier until
it latches.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, KOSTAL

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removal

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.

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Fig. 150: Identifying Steering Column Combination Switch And Bolt


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the bolt -arrow- and remove the entire steering column combination switch -1- from the steering
column switch base carrier.

Installation

-- Slide the steering column combination switch onto the guides on the steering column switch base carrier.

-- Install the bolt -arrow-.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER, VALEO

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Angled Hand Drill


l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removal

NOTE: The shear bolts on the -1- steering lock housing must be drilled out in order to
remove the steering column switch base carrier -2-. New shear bolts will be
needed later for installing.

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Fig. 151: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And
Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: l Before drilling out shear bolts, always ensure all components
secured to base carrier are removed beforehand.
l By drilling out, drill shavings can reach the neighboring components,
which can lead to damage and / or malfunctions!
l When removing steering column switch components, observe
specified sequence, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove all components secured to the base carrier in the specified sequence. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

After components secured to base carrier have been removed, the base carrier can be removed:

-- Drill out the shear bolts -1- on the steering lock housing -3-.

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Fig. 152: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Bolts M8 -1-, core hole diameter 6.8 mm.

-- Remove the steering lock housing -3- and the steering column switch base carrier -2- from the steering
column.

-- Remove steering lock housing from base carrier for steering column switches.

Installation

-- Install the steering lock housing -3- in the steering column switch base carrier -2-.

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Fig. 153: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Slide the steering column combination switch -E595- onto the steering column switch base carrier until it
latches.

-- Slide the pre-assembled unit from the steering lock housing, the steering column switch base carrier and the
steering column combination switch all the way onto the steering column and align them with the threaded
holes.

-- Attach the steering lock housing -3- to the steering column with new shear bolts -1-.

-- Tighten new shear bolts -1- until bolt heads shear off.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER, KOSTAL

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Angled Hand Drill


l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removal

NOTE: The shear bolts on the -1- steering lock housing must be drilled out in order to
remove the steering column switch base carrier -2-. New shear bolts will be
needed later for installing.

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Fig. 154: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And
Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: l Before drilling out shear bolts, always ensure all components
secured to base carrier are removed beforehand.
l By drilling out, drill shavings can reach the neighboring components,
which can lead to damage and / or malfunctions!
l When removing steering column switch components, observe
specified sequence, refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

Removal

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove all components secured to the base carrier in the specified sequence, refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

After components secured to base carrier have been removed, the base carrier can be removed:

-- Drill out the shear bolts -1- on the steering lock housing -3-.

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Fig. 155: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Bolts M8 -1-, core hole diameter 6.8 mm.

-- Remove the steering lock housing -3- and the steering column switch base carrier -2- from the steering
column.

-- Remove steering lock housing from base carrier for steering column switches.

Installation

-- Install the steering lock housing -3- in the steering column switch base carrier -2-.

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Fig. 156: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Lock Housing
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Slide the steering column combination switch -E595- onto the steering column switch base carrier and install
the lower bolt.

-- Slide the pre-assembled unit from the steering lock housing, the steering column switch base carrier and the
steering column combination switch all the way onto the steering column and align them with the threaded
holes.

-- Attach the steering lock housing -3- to the steering column with new shear bolts -1-.

-- Tighten new shear bolts -1- until bolt heads shear off.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH, WITH KESSY, FROM 06.10

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

The shear bolts must be drilled out when removing the entire steering column switch including the base carrier
and the electronic steering column lock control module -J764-. New shear bolts are needed when installing the
electronic steering column lock control module.

Also, if only one individual component of steering column switch is removed or replaced, the sequence
described in the following must always be adhered to.

Removing

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Remove steering column switch assembly components in the following sequence:

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l Steering column electronic systems control module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-.
l Steering Column Combination Switch -E595-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION
SWITCH -E595-.
l Electronic steering column lock control module -J764-. Refer to ELECTRONIC STEERING
COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-.
l Base carrier for steering column switches, refer to BASE CARRIER FOR STEERING COLUMN
SWITCHES.

Installation

Installation is performed in the reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO

Removing

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the following components in order:

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

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Fig. 157: Identifying Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module Connectors And Mounting
Bolts
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connectors -1-, -2-, -3- and -4-, depending on the vehicle equipment level.

NOTE: Do not turn the spiral spring on the steering column electronic systems control
module from its center position during removal. The front wheels must be in the
"straight-ahead position".

-- Remove the bolts -arrows- and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the
steering column switch.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral
spring so that it does not fall out.

-- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is
straight.

-- Install the three bolts for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column
switch module and tighten them to 1.5 Nm.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

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STEERING COLUMN ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL

Removing

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

WARNING: l Risk of airbag deployment!


l The airbag could deploy if the unit is mishandled.
l Follow all safety precautions when working with airbags. Refer to
General Information .

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Remove the following components in order:

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

Fig. 158: Identifying Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module Connectors, Mounting Bolt
And Catches
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connectors -1-, -2-, -3-, -4- and -5-, depending on the vehicle equipment level.

-- Remove bolt -arrow B-.

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NOTE: Do not turn the spiral spring on the steering column electronic systems control
module from its center position during removal. The front wheels must be in the
"straight-ahead position".

-- Unlock both retainers -arrows A- and remove the steering column electronic systems control module from the
steering column switch.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION: The turn signal lever could break when installing the control module.

The turn signal lever must be in the 0 position when installing the spiral
spring so that it does not fall out.

-- Mount the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch making sure it is
straight until it latches.

-- Install the bolt for the steering column electronic systems control module on the steering column switch
module and tighten it to 1.5 Nm.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, VALEO

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removing

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, VALEO.

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Fig. 159: Identifying Steering Column Combination Switch Releases And Bolts
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Unlock both releases -arrows- and remove the entire steering column combination switch from the steering
column switch base carrier.

Installation

-- Push the steering column combination switch onto the guide on the steering column switch base carrier until
it latches.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN COMBINATION SWITCH -E595-, KOSTAL

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removing

-- Remove the steering wheel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove the steering column trim. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Remove Steering Column Electronic Systems Control Module -J527-. Refer to STEERING COLUMN
ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS CONTROL MODULE -J527-, KOSTAL.

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Fig. 160: Identifying Steering Column Combination Switch And Bolt


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the bolt -arrow- and remove the entire steering column combination switch -1- from the steering
column switch base carrier.

Installation

-- Slide the steering column combination switch onto the guides on the steering column switch base carrier.

-- Install the bolt -arrow-.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER, VALEO

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Angled Hand Drill


l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removing

NOTE: The shear bolts -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -J764-
must be drilled out in order to remove the steering column switch base carrier -
2-. New shear bolts will be needed later for installing.

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Fig. 161: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: l Before drilling out shear bolts, always ensure all components
secured to base carrier are removed beforehand.
l By drilling out, drill shavings can reach the neighboring components,
which can lead to damage and / or malfunctions!
l When removing steering column switch components, observe
specified sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

CAUTION: When disconnecting and connecting battery, the procedure must be


followed as described in the Repair Information. Refer to BATTERY,
DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

Removing

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove all components secured to the base carrier in the specified sequence. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

After components secured to base carrier have been removed, the base carrier can be removed:

-- Drill out the shear bolts -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -J764- -3-.

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Fig. 162: Identifying Shear Bolts, Steering Column Switch Base Carrier
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Bolts M8 -1-, core hole diameter 6.8 mm.

-- Disconnect the connector on the back of the electronic steering column lock control module -3- and then
remove the module and the steering column switch base carrier -2- from the steering column.

-- Open the retainers -arrows- on the steering column switch base carrier and then remove the base carrier -1-
from the electronic steering column lock control module -2-.

Fig. 163: Identifying Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Column Lock Control Module
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

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Installation

-- Install the steering column switch base carrier -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -
J764- -2-.

Fig. 164: Identifying Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Steering Column Lock Control Module
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Slide the steering column combination switch -E595- onto the steering column switch base carrier until it
latches.

-- Slide the electronic steering column lock control module, the steering column switch base carrier and the
steering column combination switch all the way onto the steering column and align them with the threaded
holes.

-- Attach the electronic steering column lock control module to the steering column with new shear bolts -1-.

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Fig. 165: Identifying Steering Column Combination Switch Releases And Bolts
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten new shear bolts -1- until bolt heads shear off.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Code the new electronic steering column lock control module. Refer to
ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-, WITH
KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

STEERING COLUMN SWITCH BASE CARRIER, KOSTAL

Special tools and workshop equipment required

l Angled hand drill


l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

CAUTION: Follow the specified sequence when removing and installing steering
column switch components. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

Removing

NOTE: The shear bolts -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -J764-
-4- must be drilled out in order to remove the steering column switch base -3-.
New shear bolts will be needed later for installing.

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Fig. 166: Identifying Shear Bolts, Electronic Steering Column Lock Control
Module -J764 And Steering Column Switch Base
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

CAUTION: l Before drilling out shear bolts, always ensure all components
secured to base carrier are removed beforehand.
l By drilling out, drill shavings can reach the neighboring components,
which can lead to damage and / or malfunctions!
l When removing steering column switch components, observe
specified sequence. Refer to STEERING COLUMN SWITCH
COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

Removing

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove all components secured to the base carrier in the specified sequence. Refer to STEERING
COLUMN SWITCH COMPONENTS, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION SEQUENCE.

After components secured to base carrier have been removed, the base carrier can be removed:

-- Drill out the shear bolts -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -J764- -4-.

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Fig. 167: Identifying Shear Bolts, Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764 And Steering
Column Switch Base
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

NOTE: Bolts M8 -1-, core hole diameter 6.8 mm.

-- Disconnect the connector -2- on the back of the electronic steering column lock control module -4- and then
remove the control module together with the steering column switch base carrier -3- from the steering column.

-- Open both retainers -arrows- on the steering column switch base carrier and then remove the base carrier -1-
from the electronic steering column lock control module -2-.

Fig. 168: Identifying Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Electronic Steering Column Lock
Control Module

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Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

-- Install the steering column switch base carrier -1- on the electronic steering column lock control module -
J764- -2-.

Fig. 169: Identifying Steering Column Switch Base Carrier And Electronic Steering Column Lock
Control Module
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Slide the steering column combination switch -E595- onto the steering column switch base carrier and install
the lower bolt.

-- Slide the electronic steering column lock control module, the steering column switch base carrier and the
steering column combination switch all the way onto the steering column and align them with the threaded
holes.

-- Attach the electronic steering column lock control module -4- to the steering column using new shear bolts -
1-.

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Fig. 170: Identifying Shear Bolts, Electronic Steering Column Lock Control Module -J764 And Steering
Column Switch Base
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten new shear bolts -1- until bolt heads shear off.

-- Install all components in reverse order of removal.

NOTE: Code the new electronic steering column lock control module. Refer to
ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-, WITH
KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-

CAUTION: Follow the procedure in the Repair Information when disconnecting and
connecting the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND
CONNECTING .

NOTE: Code the new electronic steering column lock control module. Refer to
ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK CONTROL MODULE -J764-, WITH
KESSY, FROM 06.10, CODING.

The electronic steering column lock control module and the steering column
switch base carrier are removed and installed together.

Removing

-- Disconnect the battery. Refer to BATTERY, DISCONNECTING AND CONNECTING .

-- Remove base carrier for steering column switches. Refer to BASE CARRIER FOR STEERING

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COLUMN SWITCHES.

TAIL LAMPS

BRAKE/TAIL LAMP AND TURN SIGNAL LAMP, BULBS

NOTE: Illustrations depict removal and installation of the left side. Removal and
installation of the right side is performed symmetrically.

The tail lamp assembly inside the side panel has a single filament bulb, in
addition to the yellow turn signal bulb, which services as both a brake lamp and
a tail lamp.

Removal

-- Remove the bulb carrier for the side panel tail lamp. Refer to SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMP BULB
HOLDER.

-- Pull the brake lamp/tail lamp bulb -1- or the turn signal bulb -2- out of the bulb holder.

Fig. 171: Identifying Brake Lamp/Tail Lamp Bulb -1- And Turn Signal Bulb -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Brake lamp/tail lamp bulb: 12V, W16W

Turn signal bulb: bulb 12V, WY21W

Installation

Install in reverse order.

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REAR LID TAIL LAMPS

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Unclip cover -1- in direction of -arrow- from panel.

Fig. 172: Identifying Cover -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig. 173: Identifying Connector -1-

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Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove nuts -1-.

Fig. 174: Identifying Nuts -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the tail lamp assembly from the body opening in the rear lid -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 175: Identifying Body Opening In Rear Lid -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

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Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Install the tail lamp assembly into the body opening inside the rear lid -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 176: Identifying Body Opening In Rear Lid -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the nuts to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to REAR LID TAIL
LAMPS OVERVIEW.

-- Connect the connector. It must audibly engage.

-- Check the gap dimensions in the body and make sure the tail lamps work correctly.

SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMPS

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Open the side trim panel -1- in -direction of arrow-.

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Fig. 177: Identifying Side Trim Panel -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig. 178: Identifying Connector -1- And Screw -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the screw -2- and remove the tail lamp assembly inside the side panel through the opening in the
body.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

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NOTE: When inserting the tail lamp assembly into the opening in the body, be sure to
slide it into the upper -1- and lower -2- guides correctly.

Fig. 179: Identifying Upper -1- And Lower -2- Guides


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the screws by hand (2.5 Nm maximum) and connect the connector.

-- Check the gap dimensions in the body and make sure the tail lamps work correctly.

SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMP BULB HOLDER

Removal

-- Remove tail lamp assembly in side panel. Refer to SIDE PANEL TAIL LAMPS.

-- Release each tab -1-, -2-, -3-, -4- and -5- in -direction of arrow- and remove the bulb holder -6- from the tail
lamp housing.

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Fig. 180: Identifying Tabs -1 To 5- And Bulb Holder -6-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

-- Make sure all the tabs are latched correctly after installing the bulb holders.

TAIL LAMP BULB HOLDER IN REAR LID

Removal

-- Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.

-- Unclip cover -1- in direction of -arrow- from panel.

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Fig. 181: Identifying Cover -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

Fig. 182: Identifying Connector -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Press the tab -1- in -direction of arrow- and remove the bulb holder -2- from the tail lamp assembly.

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Fig. 183: Identifying Tab -1- And Bulb Holder -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installation

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

NOTE: Make sure the tab audibly engages when installing the bulb holder.

TAIL LAMP AND BRAKE LAMP IN REAR LID, BULBS

NOTE: Illustrations depict removal and installation of the left side. Removal and
installation of the right side is performed symmetrically.

In addition to the tail lamp bulb the tail lamp in the rear lid also contains the fog
lamp bulb. The fog lamp bulb is located in the left tail lamp only on vehicles for
right traffic; on vehicles for left traffic, the fog lamp bulb is located in the right
tail lamp; USA and Canada vehicles do not have a rear fog lamp.

Removal

-- Remove the bulb carrier for the side panel tail lamp. Refer to TAIL LAMP BULB HOLDER IN REAR
LID.

-- Remove either the tail lamp bulb -1-, the fog lamp bulb or the backup lamp bulb -2- out of the bulb holder.

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Fig. 184: Identifying Tail Lamp Bulb -1- And Backup Lamp Bulb -2-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Tail lamp bulb: bulb 12V, W16W

Backup lamp bulb or fog lamp bulb: 12V, WY21W

Installation

Install in reverse order.

LED TAIL LAMPS

GENERAL INFORMATION

The tail lamp assemblies cannot be disassembled up to the left and right turn signals and the right back-up lamp.
The right turn signal and right back-up lamp are generated by one light bulb, which cannot be replaced
individually. The remaining lighting is provided by LEDs. Malfunctioning LEDs cannot be replaced.

NOTE: LED failure in auxiliary brake lights (not USA and Canada):

Individual LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) in LED tail lamp assemblies (tail, turn
signal, brake and backup lamp) combined into groups of up to four LEDs each
and are supplied with power as a group.

LED tail lamp assemblies are constructed in such a way that when one LED
group fails as a function (e.g. brake lamp), the requirements of ECE regulations
(Economic Commission for Europe) are still met.

If another LED group fails functionally, these legal requirements are no longer

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met.

When one LED group fails, the function of the intact LEDs are given a higher
load, by which failure of other LED groups can be assumed in the near future.

Replace the entire tail lamp assembly if more than 4 LEDs in one function are
faulty.

DTC recognition and display:

Vehicle electrical system is equipped with OBD which assists Fault Finding the tail lamps.

For troubleshooting, use Vehicle Diagnostic, Testing and Information System VAS 5051A in operating mode
"Guided Fault Finding".

SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS

SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW

NOTE: The tail lamps inside the side panel, in addition to the yellow bulb for the turn
signal -3-, have an LED module which functions as a brake lamp and a taillamp.

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Fig. 185: Identifying Side Panel LED Tail Lamps Assembly Overview
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Bolt
l Install by hand all the way in.
l Tightening specification: maximum 2.5 Nm

2. Turn signal bulb holder


l Removing and installing, refer to TURN SIGNAL BULB, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

3. Left Rear Turn Signal Lamp -M6- and Right Rear Turn Signal Lamp -M8-
l bulb 12V, WY21W

l Removing and Installing, refer to TURN SIGNAL BULB, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

4. Tail lamps in side panel

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Removing and Installing, refer to SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS, REMOVING AND
l
INSTALLING
5. Lower guide
6. Upper guide

SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

NOTE: Removing and installing the left tail lamp assembly is shown in the illustration.
Removing and installing the right tail lamp assembly is identical.

Removing:

-- Turn off the ignition and all electric consumers and remove the key.

-- Open the side trim panel -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 186: Identifying Side Trim Panel -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

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Fig. 187: Identifying Connector -1- And Screw -2-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the screw -2- and remove the tail lamp assembly inside the side panel through the opening in the
body.

Installing:

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

NOTE: When inserting the tail lamp assembly into the opening in the body, be sure to
slide it into the upper -1- and lower -2- guides correctly.

Fig. 188: Identifying Upper -1- And Lower -2- Guides

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Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Install the tail lamp assembly screws by hand (2.5 Nm maximum) and connect the connector.

-- Connect the connector to the tail lamp until it latches.

-- Check the gap dimensions in the body and make sure the tail lamps work correctly.

TURN SIGNAL BULB, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

NOTE: Removing and installing the left rear turn signal bulb -M6- is shown in the
illustration. Removing and installing the right rear turn signal bulb -M8- is
identical.

Removing:

-- Remove tail lamp assembly in side panel SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS, REMOVING AND
INSTALLING.

Fig. 189: Identifying -M6- Bulb Holder -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the left rear turn signal bulb -M6- bulb holder -1- in -direction of arrow- and the remove it from the tail
lamp assembly.

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Fig. 190: Identifying Signal Bulb -M6- -2- And Bulb Holder -1-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Carefully remove the left rear turn signal bulb -M6- -2- from the bulb holder -1-.

Installing:

Install in reverse order.

SIDE PANEL LED TAIL LAMPS, CHECKING

The side panel tail lamps can be checked using the output diagnostic test in the vehicle electrical system control
module -J519-.

REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS

REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW

NOTE: The left tail lamp assembly in the rear lid has two LED modules that control the
tail lamps and the fog lamps.

The fog lamp LED module is located in the left tail lamp only on vehicles for
RHD traffic; on vehicles for LHD traffic, the fog lamp bulb is located in the right
tail lamp; USA and Canada vehicles do not have a rear fog lamp.

Left tail lamp assembly overview

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Fig. 191: Identifying Assembly Overview: Rear Lid Tail Lamps With LEDs
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Nuts
l3 Nm
2. Connector
3. Rear Lid Tail Lamps with LEDs
l Removing and Installing, refer to REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, REMOVING AND
INSTALLING
l Checking REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, CHECKING

NOTE: The right tail lamp assembly in the rear lid has one LED module that controls
the tail lamps.

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The right back-up lamp -M17- is located only in the right tail lamp in RHD
vehicles and only in the left tail lamp on LHD vehicles.

Right tail lamp assembly overview

Fig. 192: Identifying Assembly Overview: Right Tail Lamp


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

1. Nuts
l3 Nm
2. Connector
3. Bulb holder

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Removing and Installing, refer to RIGHT BACK-UP LAMP BULB, REMOVING AND
l
INSTALLING
4. Right Back-Up Lamp -M17-
l 12V, P 21 W

l Removing and Installing, refer to RIGHT BACK-UP LAMP BULB, REMOVING AND
INSTALLING
l Checking REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, CHECKING

5. Rear Lid Tail Lamps with LEDs


l Removing and Installing, refer to REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, REMOVING AND
INSTALLING
l Checking REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, CHECKING

REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

NOTE: Removing and installing the left tail lamp assembly is shown in the illustration.
Removing and installing the right tail lamp assembly is identical.

Removing:

-- Turn off the ignition and all electric consumers and remove the key.

-- Unclip cover -1- in direction of -arrow- from panel.

Fig. 193: Identifying Cover -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Disconnect the connector -1-.

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Fig. 194: Identifying Connector -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove nuts -1-.

Fig. 195: Identifying Nuts -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Remove the tail lamp assembly from the body opening in the rear lid -1- in -direction of arrow-.

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Fig. 196: Identifying Body Opening In Rear Lid -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installing:

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the tail lamp assembly into the body opening inside the rear lid -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 197: Identifying Body Opening In Rear Lid -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Tighten the nuts to the tightening specification given in the assembly overview. Refer to REAR LID TAIL
LAMPS WITH LEDS ASSEMBLY OVERVIEW.

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-- Connect the connector. It must audibly engage.

-- Check the gap dimensions in the body and make sure the tail lamps work correctly.

RIGHT BACK-UP LAMP BULB, REMOVING AND INSTALLING

NOTE: The right back-up lamp -M17- is located only in the right tail lamp in RHD
vehicles and only in the left tail lamp on LHD vehicles.

Removing and installing the right back-up lamp -M17- is shown in the
illustration. Removing and installing the left back-up lamp -M16- on LHD
vehicles is identical.

Removing:

-- Turn off the ignition and all electric consumers and remove the key.

-- Unclip cover -1- in direction of -arrow- from panel.

Fig. 198: Identifying Cover -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Turn the bulb holder -1- for the right back-up lamp -M17- in -direction of arrow- and remove the bulb holder
from the tail lamp assembly.

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Fig. 199: Identifying Bulb Holder -1-


Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

-- Carefully remove the right back-up lamp bulb -M17- -2- from the bulb holder -1- in -direction of arrow-.

Fig. 200: Identifying Right Back-Up Lamp Bulb -M17- -2- And Bulb Holder -1-
Courtesy of VOLKSWAGEN GROUP OF AMERICA, INC.

Installing:

Install in reverse order.

REAR LID TAIL LAMPS WITH LEDS, CHECKING

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The tail lamps and the right back-up lamp -M17- in the rear lid can be checked using the vehicle electrical
system control module -J519- output diagnostic test.

SPECIAL TOOLS

l Trim Removal Wedge VAS 3409

Fig. 201: Identifying Wedge 3409


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l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1331

Fig. 202: Identifying Torque Wrench (5 To 50 Nm) V.A.G 1331


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l Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

Fig. 203: Identifying Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410


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l Torque Screwdriver V.A.G 1624

Fig. 204: Identifying Torque Screwdriver VAG 1624 (Or Locally Available Equivalent)
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l Torque Screwdriver VAS 6494

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Fig. 205: Identifying Torque Screwdriver VAS 6494


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l Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing & Information System VAS5051B

Fig. 206: Identifying Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing And Information System VAS 5051B
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l Plastic Wedge T10039/1

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Fig. 207: Identifying Wedge T10039/1


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