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946719 Removing and installing bulb for fog light


WM 946719 Removing and installing bulb for fog light

Removing bulb for fog light





Installation position

Information

The bulb for the fog light must be removed from below with the vehicle raised.

1. Release the electric connector using a small screwdriver, for example, and pull it off.





Releasing electric connector

2. Use a universal pliers to turn the cap/lock in the correct direction (indicated on the lid/bayonet lock) and take it off carefully.





Opening bulb lock

3. Release the bulb holder -A- and remove it and the cap from its installation position.





Removing bulb holder

4. Pull off the electric connector -1- on the bulb holder, release the electric connector -2- using a screwdriver and disconnect it.





Disconnecting connector on the bulb holder

5. Release the locking clip and take the bulb out of the bulb holder.





Removing bulb from holder

Installing bulb for fog light

1. Insert a new bulb in the holder and secure it with the clip.
2. You will see a mark -x- on one of the support lugs on the bulb holder. This mark must be pointing to the rear (i.e. against the direction of travel) during installation. This is the only way to install the bulb holder correctly.





Installation position of fog light bulb holder

3. The bulb holder containing the bulb (without cover) is positioned in the mounting point in the fog light -x- and is locked by turning it clockwise. Check that the bulb is seated securely.





Installing bulb holder

4. Place the plug connection for the bulb -2- along with the connector in the cap. Insert the connector -1- in the cap into the bulb holder.





Connecting plug connections for bulb

5. Fit the cap and lock it (locking direction is shown on the cap).





Locking the cap

Information

Check the breather hose -1- for signs of damage and check that it is seated securely.





Checking breather hose

If in doubt, replace the breather hose.

6. Push in the electric connector for the bulb until it clicks into place.
7. Check that the fog light bulb is working.