turn signal bulb VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG 2014 2.G Owners Manual

electrodes can wear down and the gap between them will get wider. The HID lamp’s control unit then increases the voltage to keep the arc’s brightness constant. However, the commonly called “Xenon” bulbs will also ultimately burn out. Before they burn out, HID lamps can flicker. A message will then appear in the MFI. This is your reminder to see an authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility to check the headlights.
Turn signal lever and high beam switch

Fig. 86 Turn signal lever and high beam switch.

The turn signal light works only when the ignition is switched on. The emergency flasher works
even when the ignition is switched off ⇒ In an emergency.
The indicator light flashes twice as fast if a turn signal bulb is burned out.
High beams can only be switched on when low beams are on.
Switching lights on and off

Fig. 87 Next to the steering wheel: Light switch.

d Tire pressure ⇒ Tires and wheels
d Vehicle lighting necessary for driving safety:
– Turn signals
– Parking lights, low beams and high beams
– Taillights
– Brake lights
– License plate light
Information regarding replacing light bulbs ⇒ Replacing light bulbs.
WARNING
Disregarding the safety-related checklist may lead to accidents and injuries.
x Please note and follow the points listed in the checklist.

Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
(3)(5)
Turn signal (halogen) Turn signal (xenon headlight)
4. Pull the bulb holder out towards the rear along with the light bulb. Pull the bulb holder up and out of its catch, turn it counterclockwise about 20°, and remove it towards the rear along with the light bulb.
5. Pull the light bulb straight out of bulb holder. Pull the light bulb and base straight out of bulb holder.
6. Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
7. Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and slide it in completely. With the lamp holder turned about 20° counterclockwise, inert it into the headlight assembly and push it in all the way. Turn the lamp holder clockwise as far as it goes and push it down into the catch.
8. Fit rubber cover (B) onto back of headlight. Reinstall the plastic cover with control unit (C). Make sure that the plastic cover clicks into place.
The illustrations show the left headlight assembly from the rear. The right headlight assembly is the mirror image of the left headlight assembly.
Different models may have different lights, and the location and design of covers, bulb holders, and bulbs may be in a different location than shown in the illustrations.
You cannot replace the LEDs in LED daytime running lights. Contact your authorized Volkswagen dealer or an authorized Volkswagen Service Facility for assistance.
Replacing light bulbs in the front bumper

Fig. 333 In front right wheel housing: Replacing light bulb in headlight assembly.