How to carry out replacement: Headlight Bulb 2.0 VW Beetle 9c
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How to change headlight bulb on VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Headlight Bulb on your VW NEW BEETLE
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 2.0, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.9 TDI, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.6, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.8 T, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 3.2 RSI 4motion (1C9), VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.6, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 2.3 V5, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.9 TDI, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.4, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.9 TDI, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 1.8 T, VW New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) 2.5 … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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All the parts you need to replace – Headlight Bulb for New Beetle Hatchback (9C1, 1C1) and other VW models
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW NEW BEETLE (9C1, 1C1). Tools you might need:
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Flat screwdriver
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW NEW BEETLE (9C1, 1C1). Professionals recommend:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right headlight bulbs.
  • Replace the bulbs in both headlights at a time.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: headlight bulb – VW NEW BEETLE (9C1, 1C1). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Switch off the ignition. Open the hood.
    Step 2
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    Remove the headlight rear cover.
  2. Step 3
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    Detach the bulb holder by turning it by ~30°. Remove the holder from the headlight mounting seat.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the old bulb. Use a flat screwdriver. Check the condition of the bulb holder terminals. Replace if necessary.
    Replacement: headlight bulb – VW NEW BEETLE (9C1, 1C1). AUTODOC recommends:
    Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder.
  4. Step 5
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    Install a new bulb into the holder.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Avoid touching the bulb glass. The finger marks left on it may cause failure.
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