Do it yourself
Frequently asked questions about cars and motorcycles
Car tutorial (Do it yourself) Motorcycle tutorial (Do it yourself) Frequently Asked Questions

Replacement of Front Headlamp

Model: Volkswagen Jetta A4, MK 4 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Headlight

See other generations:
Video tutorial

Headlamps are essential devices for driving safety. The Highway Code explicitly states that their operation must always be correct, or you may incur administrative penalties.

This guide shows how to replace the front headlamp. The headlamp to be changed is connected to the bodywork with screws and to the battery with cables.

First, disconnect the plugs of the headlamp cables, which are usually easily visible and identifiable. Next, using a cross-head screwdriver, remove the internal screws of the headlamp that attach it to the bodywork, taking care to keep them in a safe place to avoid losing them.

Remove the old headlamp by pushing the inner part of the headlamp outwards from the bonnet.


Updated on 22 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


Related tutorials

How to Remove the Front Headlight on a Volkswagen Jetta
How to Remove the Front Headlight on a Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta (2010-2018 / MK 6, A6) To remove the front headlight on a Volkswagen Jetta, open the bonnet to access the screws that secure the headlight at the top and the screws that se…
How to replace the front headlight of the Volkswagen Jetta.
How to replace the front headlight of the Volkswagen Jetta.
Volkswagen Jetta (2005-2010 / MK 5, A5) The instructions in this guide will show us how to disassemble and replace the front headlight of the Volkswagen Jetta. First, let's open the hood of…
How to Replace a Headlight Bulb on a Volkswagen Jetta
How to Replace a Headlight Bulb on a Volkswagen Jetta
Volkswagen Jetta (2010-2018 / MK 6, A6) If you notice that a headlight bulb has blown on your vehicle, the following description provides the information and steps to replace it. Once you o…

Other guides you may be interested in

How to reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV?

To reset the tyre pressure warning light on the Kia Niro EV, inflate the tyres until they reach the correct pressure value. This value is indicated on the sticker attached to the driver's door pillar. Once the tyres are inflated, turn on the instrument cluster to check that the warning light has completely disappeared from the display. If it is still present, you may need to drive for a few miles to ensure it disappears completely from the screen.

Watch the video!


by ScegliAuto

More videos