Volkswagen Tiguan Quiz
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Changing the light bulb in the license plate lamp

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Fig. 209 In the rear hatch: Clamped license plate lamp.

Fig. 210 In the rear hatch: Screwed license plate lamp.

Read and follow the introductory information and safety information first⇒Introduction to the subject
Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
Clamped license plate lamp Screwed license plate lamp
1. Please review and follow the checklist ⇒ Information on light bulb replacement .
2. Press the flat blade of the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit in the direction of the arrow in the notch in the license plate lamp ⇒ Fig. 209 . Remove the screws of the license plate lamp with the screwdriver from the vehicle tool kit.
3. Pull out the license plate lamp slightly. The connector must not be separated for this.
4. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
5. Carefully insert the license plate lamp into the opening in the bumper. Ensure that the license plate lamp is installed in the correct direction. Carefully insert the license plate lamp into the opening in the bumper. Make sure that the adhesive anti-glare strip faces forward.
6. Press the license plate lamp into the bumper until it audibly latches. Tighten the securing screws of the license plate lamp with the screwdriver.

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