Changing a bulb
Changing the bulb in the number plate light
In this manual: Changing a bulb
10steps
~60min
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Fig. 186 In the rear bumper: number plate light

Fig. 187 Number plate light: removing the bulb holder
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warnings
A normal flat screwdriver can be used to remove the number plate light .
- Follow the instructions on the checklist .
- Insert a screwdriver into the recess on the number plate light in the direction of the arrow .
- Pull the number plate light out slightly.
- Push the catch on the connector in the direction of the arrow and pull the connector out.
- Turn the bulb holder in the direction of the arrow and pull it out together with the bulb.
- Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
- Insert the bulb holder into the number plate light and turn it as far as it will go in the opposite direction to the arrow .
- Connect the connector to the bulb holder.
- Carefully put the number plate light into the opening in the body. Ensure that you put the number plate light in the right way round.
- Push the number plate light into the bumper until it clicks into place.

NOTICE
Before inserting the screwdriver, slide a piece of paper (or similar) in between the screwdriver and the bumper in order to prevent any damage to the paintwork on the bumper.Test yourself
A quick Volkswagen Polo quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.
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