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2011-2019 VW Jetta A6 Tail Light Replacement

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Posted onAug 11, 2020Oct 18, 2022 Updated onOct 18, 2022

Is your Volkswagen Jetta tail light broken and needs to be replaced? Learn how to replace the tail light assembly of the Volkswagen Jetta by following the procedures below.

This guide provides instructions on replacing the tail light on a Volkswagen Jetta. While it may seem complicated from the outside, do not worry; it is a simple job you can do in your garage.  Let’s get started.  The process is the same, whether it is the left or right rear tail light.

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Instructions

How to remove and replace VW Jetta tail light on 2011 through 2019 models

  1. Remove the cover tab in the trunk, where the tail light connection will be.  It will be on the inside, directly behind the external light cover.
  2. Unplug the electrical connection to the tail light, as you will need to remove the light assembly.
  3. Unscrew the plastic nut that holds the tail light assembly to the car.  The nut will be next to the light connection.
  4. Gently remove the light assembly from the car.  It may require some wiggling as a plastic tab holds it in.
  5. Inside the light assembly, a plastic plate will hold the two bulbs on the cover.  Remove the plate, being careful not to damage the bulbs.
  6. Install the new tail light.
  7. Tighten the plastic nut that holds the light assembly.
  8. Plug the light connection into the housing, and replace the cover in the trunk.  Test the light to ensure it works by having someone stand behind the car as you push the brake and carefully shift into reverse.  Make sure they stand out of the way.

We hope you find the 2011-2019 VW Jetta A6 Tail Light Replacement guide helpful. Check these troubleshooting and repair guides for more help on your Volkswagen.

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  • Rushit Hila • ASE Certified
    Rushit Hila • ASE Certified

    Rushit Hila, an ASE-certified engineer (G1 Automotive Maintenance and Repair), brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the automotive world to his writing. With a strong educational background, including a Master of Science in Engineering and a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, he has honed his skills and expertise through years of practical work. As a respected authority in the field, Mr. Hila is dedicated to offering insightful and valuable content that resonates with both vehicle owners and mechanics.

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