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How to Replace the Brake Light Bulb on a Volkswagen Jetta

Model: Volkswagen Jetta MK 6, A6 - Years 2010-2018
Part: Tail light bulb

If you need to replace the brake light bulb on the rear light of this model, the following description provides all the useful information and steps for the correct replacement. Once you open the boot, remove the trim panel located next to the bulb that needs replacing. Then, unclip the base of the light where all the bulbs are located and turn the bulb counterclockwise to remove it. Replace the old bulb with a new one, then reattach the light base and close the cover.

Updated on 29 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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