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How to Replace the Headlight Bulb on a Volkswagen Golf 7

Model: Volkswagen Golf Golf VII, MK 7, Golf 7 - Years 2012-2019
Part: Headlight bulb

In this short and simple guide, learn how to remove and replace the dipped beam bulb in the front headlight of a seventh generation Volkswagen Golf. First, open the bonnet and remove the plastic cover protecting the bulbs. Then, disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb and unclip the metal spring (if present) to remove it, as shown in the video. Now, replace the old bulb with a new one of the correct type; insert it properly into the bulb holder before refitting it into the front headlight!

Updated on 6 June 2026 by ScegliAuto

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