How to carry out replacement: Headlight Bulb 1.4 16V VW Polo Mk4
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How to change headlight bulb on VW Polo IV Hatchback (9N) – 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 (9N_) 1.6 Flex, VW POLO (9N_) 1.9 TDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 TDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.2 12V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.9 SDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.2, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 FSI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.9 TDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 TDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 TDI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.8 GTI, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.6 16V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.6, VW POLO (9N_) 1.8 GTi Cup Edition, VW POLO (9N_) 1.2, VW POLO (9N_) 1.2 12V, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4, VW POLO (9N_) 2.0, VW POLO (9N_) 2.0 Total Flex, VW POLO (9N_) 1.0, VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 BiFuel … 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 (9N_) and other VW models
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW POLO (9N_). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Flat screwdriver
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VW POLO (9N_). 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 (9N_). 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
    How to replace VW POLO (9N_) 1.4 16V 2002 Headlight Bulb - step-by-step manuals and video guides
    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 (9N_). AUTODOC recommends:
    Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder.
  4. Step 5
    Changing Headlight Bulb on VW POLO (9N_) 1.2 2004 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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