VW Golf Mk5 rear bulb change (or lamp unit)

[@nicholaswarner8651]

Thanks for this video. Gave me the confidence to yank back the carpet to access the light unit - something not mentioned in my handbook!

[@soundskanned]

excellent and clear - saved me a trip to the shop - thanks!

[@whirledpeaz1]

Thank you! yet one more simple task that vw should have included in the owners manual.

[@jagadishforu]

I would like to thank you once again, for this video. Yesterday i could replace the lamb, with ease, because of your video and could save some bucks....... Keep posting these kind of videos....

[@VWGenuineParts]

+Jagadish Reddy You're very welcome my friend. We're delighted to hear it helped you. Kindest regards, Team VWGenuineParts.co.uk

[@nickwilson7537]

Great video, well explained and straight forward

[@vissshchavda]

Just fitted my bulb! Thanks for the video

[@paulgibson9147]

Nice and simple job as the video says. The only change is that now the model has 13mm plastic nuts holding the unit in place.

[@th3g3rmb0y]

Thanks for the vid. Will get this sorted when I get home tonight :)

[@mikemt]

thank you for this! ill probably order my bulb from you guys

[@sporpok]

Thanks you very much. Nice video.

[@jagadishforu]

Thanks for the video. Today i am going to try this out.

[@suuuwiiiarmy]

Excellent video, cheers!

[@anne_michaelbrennan5399]

Clear concise instruction, thanks

[@frostysnowdog]

Very helpful - one question, how did you remove the carpet? It appears you had a hole to put your finger into. Did you cut a hole? My car doesn't have such a hole and I've been scratching at it trying to get a grip. maybe a molding paddle against the lip molding to pry it? I looked at another video and it appeared the guy had cut a diagonal slit (although the cutting step was left out of his video). That seemed like cheesy damage to the vehicle - unless some cars shipped with a cut in the carpet.

[@VWGenuineParts]

Hi Mike, thanks for your question. The carpet should be partially cut already and forcing your figures in to it should open it up. I've not seen it where it's totally sealed off or where you have to take to it with a knife. If you can't find the gap then pop down to your local Volkswagen Retailer who I'm sure will advise. Kindest regards, Nigel, VWGenuineParts.co.uk

[@sylvestarrr]

just FYI, my fitting had 13mm bolts

[@TheCalvy]

very helpful ! congrats

[@PaulMitchell1]

Awful awful design - good video.

[@mashup001]

Great vid thanks guys.

[@zkrings]

Hello! Nice video. Just one question, to take off the cover, you just need to pull it out hard or do you have to remove some screws?

[@VWGenuineParts]

Hi Zek, the lamp is a sealed unit so you can't remove just the lens without causing damage. Sorry! Kindest regards, Team VWGenuineParts

[@bba48]

Question.. I by accident broke one of three clips. The one away from. The two which sit opposite. It was kind of weak seemed like worn plastic once I added slight pressure it snapped. Do I need to change the whole tail light?? Please let me know There was a little bit of loss to the seal?

[@VWGenuineParts]

Hi, thanks for your question. If you send us an email with your reg (UK) or chassis number we'll check if the parts are available separately for your particular vehicle. Due to KZbin rules I'm unable to give you the email address in this format so please pop onto our website to find it. VWGenuineParts.co.uk Kindest regards, Team VWGP

[@burnwash8174]

Very good, thank you!

[@lmogden1]

great video

[@ChrisBrown-lv7em]

Thanks, but one thing not mentioned what's the bulb code?

[@VWGenuineParts]

+Chris Brown Glad the video helped. The bulb (depending on your vehicle) is a known as a 382 which is 12v 21w in single filament or a 380 if it's a double filament (i.e., operates a side light as well as a brake light). Hope that helps! Kindest regards, VWGenuineParts.co.uk

[@ChrisBrown-lv7em]

Brilliant thanks :)

[@karlhenrys]

Great video... Thanks :-)

[@britishvaluesforever]

mk5 r32 is alot easier but thanks for the tip

[@Tethwrakismenos]

thanks mate!

[@samgribble6277]

brilliant video thanx mate