How to carry out replacement: Headlight Bulb 1.9 TDI Passat B6
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How to change headlight bulb on VW Passat B6 Saloon (3C2) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Headlight Bulb on your VW PASSAT
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.9 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TFSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.2 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 16V 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 R36 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 3.6 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 FSI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.4 TSI EcoFuel, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 BlueTDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.6 TDI, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Passat Saloon (3C2) 1.8 TSI … View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW PASSAT (3C2). Tools you might need:
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Flat screwdriver
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW PASSAT (3C2). 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 PASSAT (3C2). 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 PASSAT (3C2). 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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