How to Install 2006-2008 VW Golf & GTI Aftermarket Taillights
2008 Volkswagen GTI
2005-2008 VW Golf & GTI Aftermarket Tail Lights
Whenever you plan to work on your car it is important that you take all of the safety precautions possible as well as preparing your work area. Please be sure to wear the appropriate protective gear such as work gloves and safety goggles.
In addition to wearing protective eyewear we recommend working on your VW Golf or GTI only when it is parked on a level surface in a dry and well lighted area. We also advise spread a mat or sheet adjacent to the work area to use as a staging area for the installation and to prevent damage to the OEM and replacement lights.
Recommended Installation Tools
We recommend that you obtain the four tools shown above to make the installation as quick and hassle-free as possible. They are as follows:
- Handy Remover
- 13mm Wrench
- 10mm Wrench
- Flat Head Screwdriver
Step 1 - Open Plastic Cover
Open the plastic cover on the inside of the trunk to reveal the light socket of the trunk portion taillight.
Step 2 - Unplug Socket by Turning Clockwise
Unplug socket by turning clockwise and remove the light bulb.
Step 3 - Remove Two Bolts
Using a wrench, unscrew the two bolts holding the stock taillight in place.
Step 4 - Remove Taillight
Remove stock tail light and place on sheet or mat.
Step 5 - Install Aftermarket Light
Install aftermarket trunk light where OEM taillight had been located.
Step 6 - Replace Two Bolts
Replace the two bolts to secure replacement taillight.
Step 7 - Replace Plastic Cover
Plug in light and socket and replace cover.
Step 8 - Pull Back Rug
Step 9 - Pop Out Harness with Flat Head Screwdriver
Using a flat head screwdriver, pop out the harness.
Step 10 - Unscrew Two Bolts
Unscrew two bolts.
Step 11 - Remove Taillight
Remove stock taillight.
Step 12 - Remove Light Bulb Socket Frame
Remove light bulb frame.
Step 13 - Place Light Bulb Frame in Aftermarket Taillight
Take stock light bulb frame and install it in the replacement taillight housing.
Step 14 - Install Aftermarket Taillight
Install aftermarket taillights in the stock location.
Step 15 - Replace Two Bolts
Replace the two bolts used to secure taillight to vehicle.
Step 16 - Reconnect Harness
Connect the harness to the aftermarket light.
Step 17 - Test Lights
Be sure to check your taillights to ensure they function prior to taking your vehicle out on the road.
2005-2008 VW Golf/GTI Installation Video
References
- Altezza lights - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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