Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) VR6 3.2, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) VR6 3.2, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 3.2 V6 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.5 TDi, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 1.9 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 TDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 TDI 4motion, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 BiTDI, VW Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) 2.0 BiTDI 4motion View more

The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.

This video shows the replacement procedure of a similar car part on another vehicle

All the parts you need to replace – Tail Lights for Transporter V Minibus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF, 7EG, 7HF, 7EC) and other VW models
Tools
Replacement: rear light – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). List of the tools you'll need:
Electronic spray
Torque wrench
Phillips Screwdriver
Replacement: rear light – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Tip from AUTODOC:
  • Replace both rear lights at the same time.
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the right and left rear lights.
  • Please note: all work on the car – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF) – should be done with the engine switched off.
Carry out replacement in the following order:
  1. Step 1
    Open the boot lid.
    Step 2
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    Detach the check strap of the rear barn door.
  2. Step 3
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    Unscrew the fasteners connecting the rear light to the car body. Use a Phillips screwdriver.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the rear light.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: rear light – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Do not use excessive force when removing the part as this may damage it.
  4. Step 5
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    Disconnect the wiring harness from the rear light.
  5. Step 6
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    Remove the bulb holder together with the bulbs.
    Replacement: rear light – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Tip from AUTODOC experts:
    Do not apply excessive force when removing the part. Otherwise you may damage it.Avoid touching the bulb glass. The finger marks left on it may cause failure.
  6. Step 7
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    Install the bulb holder together with the bulbs.
    AUTODOC recommends:
    Replacement: rear light – VW TRANSPORTER V Bus (7HB, 7HJ, 7EB, 7EJ, 7EF). Do not use excessive force during installation. This may damage the part.Avoid touching the bulb glass. The finger marks left on it may cause failure.
  7. Step 8
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    Treat the connectors of the rear light cluster. Use dielectric grease.
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