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How to Replace the Third Brake Light Bulb on a Volkswagen Golf?

Model: Volkswagen Golf MK 7, Golf 7, Golf VII - Years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019
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To replace the third brake light bulb on a Volkswagen Golf, first detach the panel located inside the tailgate by loosening the fixing screws. Once the panel is removed, you can access the underlying components by unfastening the clips that secure the light to its housing.

After the light is released, disconnect the wires connected to it and remove the bulbs inside, replacing them with new spare parts. After replacement, refit the light and then reattach the corresponding panel.


Updated on 12 August 2026 by ScegliAuto


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Glow plugs, as the name suggests, raise the temperature of the engine in diesel vehicles to allow for easier starting. The manufacturer, in this case, Fiat for the Ducato 2.3 Multijet, specifies how often they should be replaced, and a warning light will illuminate when it's time. This work is carried out under the bonnet. First, remove the upper engine cover, then lift the coil and, using a socket wrench of the appropriate size, unscrew the glow plug to remove it from the base, followed by installing the new one.

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