Passat Wagon L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2008)
Center Mounted Brake Lamp: Service and Repair
High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb (M25), R36 (Wagon)
High-Mounted Brake Lamp Bulb (M25), R36
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
‹› Wedge (T10039/1)
‹› Torque Screwdriver (V.A.G 1624)
The high-mounted brake lamp bulb is located in the roof edge spoiler above the rear window.
‹› The high-mounted brake lamp contains LEDs.
‹› The high-mounted brake lamp cannot be disassembled.
‹› If damaged, the entire high-mounted brake lamp must be replaced.
Removing:
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Switch off ignition, switch off all electrical consumers and remove ignition key.
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Remove the roof edge spoiler.
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Remove the wiring grommet seal from the retaining strip and disconnect the connector.
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Remove both screws - 2 - on inside of roof edge spoiler.
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Release the retainer - 1 - in the - direction of the arrow - and remove the high-mounted brake lamp back from the roof edge spoiler.
Installing:
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
‹› When installing the roof edge spoiler, make sure the wiring grommet seal is seated correctly.
The tightening specification for the bolts - 2 - is 2 Nm.