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Volkswagen Jetta Change the Low Beam Light Bulb

By Rushit Hila, ASE Certified Mechanic Updated: 01/27/2022.

This guide provides instructions on how to replace the low beam bulb on a Volkswagen Jetta, sixth-generation (A6, Type 5C6) model years 2011–2018.

Table of Contents

You will need

VW Jetta low beam bulb.
- Typically H7 but can also be HID.

Procedure

Open the hood, and locate the bulb you need to replace.
Pull the cover off. This is to protect the bulb.
Unplug the wire from the back of the bulb holder, and remove the bulb.
Replace the bulb.
Reconnect the wire and put the bulb holder back in the headlight housing.
Test the low and high beams, because it is a dual filament bulb.

You're done!

About Author

Rushit Hila, ASE Certified Mechanic

I have been working on vehicles for over 20 years. In 2016, I decided to start YOUCANIC so that I can empower vehicle owners all over the world. Currently, I hold an ASE certification on G1 Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair.

Volkswagen Jetta Change the Low Beam Light Bulb This guide provides instructions on how to replace the low beam bulb on a Volkswagen Jetta, sixth-generation (A6, Type 5C6) model years 2011–2018.