Volkswagen Polo Owners Manual: Changing bulbs in the side turn signals
Fig. 188 Removing the side turn signal bulb
Fig. 189 Side turn signal: changing the bulb
First read and observe the introductory
information and safety warnings
Depending on the vehicle, the side turn signal may be located in the front wing or in the exterior mirror .
Please contact a qualified workshop to have the side turn signal changed. Volkswagen recommends using a Volkswagen dealership for this purpose.
Turn signal in the front wing
| The actions should only be carried out in the specified order: | |
|---|---|
| 1. | Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist . |
| 2. | With one hand, push the side turn signal to the front . |
| 3. | Manually lever the side turn signal out of the vehicle body ②. |
| 4. | Pull out the bulb holder with the bulb. |
| 5. | Pull the bulb straight out of the bulb holder. |
| 6. | Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type. |
| 7. | Replace the bulb holder. |
| 8. | Insert the side turn signal into the body, with the side facing the rear of the vehicle first ③ and push it into the body ④ until you hear that the spring has engaged Ⓑ. |
Changing the bulb in the number plate light
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
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Other materials:
Flat Connector Systems
Note
If necessary, housing securing mechanisms (secondary locks)
must be released or removed using specified tool before
releasing the contacts. Refer to
→ Chapter „Secondary Lock“.
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Frequently asked questions
If you suspect that there is a fault in the vehicle or if your vehicle has
been damaged, read and observe the following information before
contacting a Volkswagen dealership or qualified workshop. You may also find
useful information in the index under the headings Things to note or Checklist. ...
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
→ Warning and indicator lamps
→ Engine oil specification
→ Checking the engine oil level and refilling engine oil
→ Engine oil consumption
→ Changing engine oil
Additional information and w ...