Volkswagen Golf Mk7 Owners Manual: Changing the bulb in the number plate light
Fig. 241 shows the number plate light in the Volkswagen Golf Mk7 rear bumper, and Fig. 242 shows removing its bulb holder. As with other bulb changes, the steps must be followed in the specified order — this page starts with the safety checklist before the physical removal steps.
Fig. 241 In the rear bumper: number plate light
Fig. 242 Number plate light: removing the bulb holder
First read and observe the introductory information
and safety warnings| The actions should only be carried out in the specified order: | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist. | |
| 2. | Press the retaining lug for the number plate in the direction of the arrow . | |
| 3. | Pull the number plate light out slightly. | |
| 4. | Push the catch on the connector in the direction of the arrow and pull the connector out. | |
| 5. | Turn the bulb holder in the direction of the arrow and pull it out together with the bulb. | |
| 6. | Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type. | |
| 7. | 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 . | |
| 8. | Connect the connector to the bulb holder. | |
| 9. | 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. | |
| 10. | Push the number plate light into the bumper until it clicks into place. | |
There are various types of number plate lights, so the design of the bulb holder may vary from those shown in the illustrations.
It is not possible to change the LEDs in number plate lights with LED technology. Proceed to a qualified workshop.
Questions & answers
Changing the bulb in the number plate light — Volkswagen Golf Mk7
How do I change the Golf Mk7 number plate light bulb?
Insert a flat screwdriver into the slot on the light housing in the rear bumper, press and lever it out, twist the bulb holder, replace the W5W bulb and refit.
Is the Golf Mk7 number plate light an LED or a bulb?
On most models it is a standard W5W festoon bulb. Some later or higher-spec models use LEDs, which must be replaced as a complete unit by a workshop.
