How to Replace a VW Headlight Assembly
- 1). Set the parking brake and open the hood. Turn the headlights on and off to identify the bad light. Find the headlight housing release lever on the back end of the inoperative headlight. Disconnect the lever spring clamp with your fingers.
- 2). Push the lever locking tab downward, then raise the lever. Pull the headlight housing assembly forward and disconnect the electrical connector. Remove the assembly from the car.
- 3). Unlock the bulb-holder cover clip and open the cover. Take off the bulb retaining clip and remove the old bulb. Place the new bulb into the holder, being careful not to touch the bulb with bare hands.
- 4). Reinstall the bulb retaining clip. Close the cover and lock the cover clip. Place the assembly in the housing slides and reconnect the electrical connector. Slide the assembly back into place and lock the lever and spring clip. Check headlight for proper operation.