How to carry out replacement: Headlight Bulb 1.4 VW Polo 6N2
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How to change headlight bulb on VW Polo III Hatchback (6N2) – replacement guide

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When to replace the Headlight Bulb on your VW POLO
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW POLO (6N2) 1.4 16V, VW POLO (6N2) 1.6 16V GTI, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4 TDI, VW POLO (6N2) 1.0, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4 16V, VW POLO (6N2) 1.7 SDI, VW POLO (6N2) 1.9 D, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4, VW POLO (6N2) 1.9 SDI, VW POLO (6N2) 1.4 TDi … 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 POLO (6N2) and other VW models
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW POLO (6N2). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Flat screwdriver
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW POLO (6N2). 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 POLO (6N2). 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 POLO (6N2). AUTODOC recommends:
    Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Headlight Bulb on VW POLO (6N2) 1.0 1999 by yourself
    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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