headlight bulb VOLKSWAGEN UP! 2021 Owner´s Manual

Exterior door release lever ⇒ Doors
Exterior mirrors ⇒ Mirrors
Additional turn signal ⇒ Lights⇒ Changing bulbs
Jacking points ⇒ Changing a wheel
Front view
Fig. 2 Overview of the front of the vehicle
Key for ⇒ Fig. 2:
Mirror base with laser sensor for the city emergency brake function ⇒ City emergency
brake function
Windscreen
Front windscreen wipers ⇒ Windscreen wiper and washer
Bonnet ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine compartment
Bonnet release lever ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine compartment
Headlights ⇒ Lights, ⇒ Changing bulbs
Fog lights ⇒ Lights⇒ Changing bulbs
Mounting for the front towing eye behind a cover ⇒ Tow-starting and towing
Front number plate holder
Rear view
Fig. 3 Overview of the rear of the vehicle
Key for ⇒ Fig. 3:

 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Indicator lamps
⇒ Turn signal and main beam lever
⇒ Switching lights on and off
⇒ Lights and vision – functions
⇒ Attaching adhesive strips to headlights
⇒ Headlight range control, instrument and switch lighting
⇒ Interior and reading lights
Observe any country-specific regulations when using vehicle lighting.
The driver is responsible for the correct headlight position and the correct headlight setting.
Additional information and warnings:
•Exterior views ⇒ Exterior views
•Volkswagen information system ⇒ Volkswagen information system
•Changing bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs
Indicator lamps
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Lit upPossible causeSolution
The rear fog light is switched on.⇒ Fog lights:.
Left or right turn signal.
The indicator lamp will flash twice as fast if
one of the turn signals on the vehicle is not
working.
If necessary, check the vehicle
lighting.
Main beam is switched on or the headlight
flasher is being operated.⇒ Turn signal and main beam lever.
Several warning and indicator lamps will light up briefly as a functional check when the ignition is
switched on. They will switch off after a few seconds.
Turn signal and main beam lever
Accidents and serious injuries can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other
road users have difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
•Always switch the dipped beam headlights on if it is dark, raining or visibility is poor.
WARNING
Setting headlights too high, and the incorrect use of the main beam, could distract and dazzle
other road users. This can lead to accidents and serious injuries.
•Always ensure that the headlights are adjusted correctly.
•Never use the main beam or the headlight flasher if other road users could be dazzled.
WARNING
Failure to observe the warning lamps could lead to your vehicle breaking down in traffic, and
to accidents and serious injuries.
•Never ignore any warning lamps that are lit up.
•Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and when safe to do so.
•Stop the vehicle at a safe distance away from moving traffic and so that no part of the
exhaust system can come into contact with any inflammable material underneath the
vehicle, e.g. dry grass, fuel, oil etc.
•Broken-down vehicles increase the risk of accidents, both for you and for other road users.
If necessary, switch on the hazard warning lights and set up the warning triangle to warn
other road users.
WARNING
Failure to observe the illuminated indicator lamps could lead to the vehicle being damaged.
NOTICE

Windscreen washer fluid level Windscreen wiper and washer
Engine oil level Engine oil
Engine coolant level Coolant
Brake fluid level Braking, stopping and parking
Tyre pressure Wheels and tyres
equipment, service fluids and unsuitable tools are not available ⇒ Preparation for working in the
engine compartment! The work should be carried out by a qualified workshop if you are
uncertain. Please ensure that the following are checked regularly, preferably every time you fill
the tank:
Vehicle lighting necessary for traffic safety:
- Turn signals
- Side lights, dipped beam headlights and main beam headlights
- Tail light cluster
- Brake lights
- Rear fog light ⇒ Lights
Information on changing bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs.
Fuel
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Petrol
⇒ Natural gas
Different engines require different fuels. The factory-fitted sticker on the inside of the tank flap
indicates the fuel type that is required for your particular vehicle.
Volkswagen recommends using low-sulphur or sulphur-free fuels, to help reduce fuel consumption
and prevent damage to the engine.
If the engine is not running smoothly or begins to judder, this can indicate poor or inadequate fuel
quality, e.g. water in the fuel. If these symptoms appear, reduce the vehicle speed immediately and
drive to the nearest qualified workshop at medium engine speeds, avoiding high engine loading. If
these symptoms occur immediately after the vehicle has been refuelled, switch the engine off as
soon as it is safe to do so and seek expert assistance. This can help to prevent further damage.
Additional information and warnings:
•⇒BookletService schedule,
•Filling the tank ⇒ Filling the tank
•Engine management and exhaust system ⇒ Engine management system and exhaust
purification system
Petrol
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Petrol types
Vehicles with a petrol engine must be run on unleaded petrol in compliance with the European
standard EN 228 or DIN 51626-1 ⇒. Fuels with a maximum ethanol content of 10% (E10) can
be used for refuelling.
Petrol types are categorised according to their octane number, e.g. 91, 95, 98 or 99 RON (RON =
Research Octane Number). The vehicle may be filled with petrol that has a higher octane number
Incorrect handling of fuel can cause explosions, fire and serious burns and injuries.
•Fuel is highly explosive and inflammable.
•Never handle fuel near open flames, sparks or glowing matter (e.g. cigarettes).
•Keep naked flames, hot parts and sparks at a safe distance.
•Switch off your mobile telephone or two-way radio when dealing with fuel. Electromagnetic
radiation can generate sparks which can in turn start a fire.
•Avoid electrostatic discharge and electromagnetic radiation in the direct vicinity of fuels.
•Never spill fuel in the vehicle or in the luggage compartment.
•Comply with any relevant safety information and legislation concerning the handling of
fuels.
WARNING

Practical tips
Frequently asked questions
If you suspect that there is a fault in the vehicle or if your vehicle has been damaged, read and
observe the following information before contacting a Volkswagen dealership or qualified
workshop. You may also find useful information in the index under the headings Things to note or
Checklist.
IrregularitySome possible causesPossible solution
Engine does not start.
Vehicle battery is discharged.
– Jump start the engine ⇒ Starting the
engine with jump leads.
– Recharge the vehicle battery
⇒ Vehicle battery.
An incorrect vehicle key is
being used.
Use a valid vehicle key ⇒ Vehicle key
set.
The fuel level is too low.Fill the tank ⇒ Filling the tank.
Vehicle cannot be locked
or unlocked with the
vehicle key.
– The battery in the vehicle
key is discharged.
– The vehicle key is too far
away from the vehicle.
– Replace battery ⇒ Vehicle key set.
– Move closer to the vehicle.
– Synchronise vehicle key ⇒ Vehicle
key set.
– Unlock or lock vehicle manually
⇒ Manual opening and closing.
Unusual noises.
Cold engine, brake assist
systems, electronic steering
column lock, auxiliary heater,
filling up with natural gas.
Refer to the index under entries for
Noises.
Unusual handling.
Assist systems are active.Refer to the index under entries for
Assist systems.
An incorrect tyre pressure is
being used.
Check tyre pressure ⇒ Wheels and
tyres.
Damage to the tyre or wheel.
Check the rims and tyres regularly for
damage ⇒ Wheels and tyres and
replace as necessary ⇒ Changing a
wheel.
The vehicle has no
vehicle jack, spare wheel
or breakdown set.
Equipment depends on type
of vehicle.
No direct solutions possible as it
depends on the equipment level.
Contact a Volkswagen dealership if
necessary ⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
The road ahead is not lit
up properly.
– Headlight has been masked
for driving on the left or on the
right.
– Headlight not adjusted
correctly.
– Bulbs have failed.
– Dipped beam headlight not
switched on.
– Mask the headlights accordingly for
driving on the left or right ⇒ Lights.
– Adjust headlight range ⇒ Lights.
– Change bulbs ⇒ Changing bulbs.
– Switch dipped headlights on
⇒ Lights.
Electrical consumers not
working.
Low vehicle battery charge.Recharge vehicle battery ⇒ Vehicle
battery.
Low fuel level.Fill the tank ⇒ Filling the tank.
Fuse blown.Check fuse and replace as necessary
⇒ Fuses.
Fuel consumption is
higher than indicated.
– Short distances driven.
– Uneven acceleration.
– Avoid driving short distances.
– Think ahead when driving.
– Accelerate evenly.
An electrical consumer is
switched on.
Switch off all consumers that are not
needed.
Fault in engine management
system.
Have the fault rectified ⇒ Engine
management system and exhaust
purification system.
Tyre pressure too low.Adjust the tyre pressure ⇒ Wheels
and tyres.
Driving in hilly regions.No direct solutions possible.
Driving with a heavy load.No direct solutions possible.
Driving at high engine speed.Select a high gear.
In an emergency
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Making you and your vehicle safe
⇒ First aid kit, warning triangle and fire extinguisher
Additional information and warnings:

Preparation
•Switch off the ignition, the lights and all electrical consumers.
•Open the appropriate fuse box ⇒ Fuses in the vehicle.
Detecting a blown fuse
A melted metal strip indicates that the fuse has blown ⇒ Fig. 160.
Shine a torch onto the fuse. This will help you to spot the blown fuse more easily.
Changing a fuse
•Take the plastic pliers ⇒ Fig. 161① out of the holder if needed. The holder is on the rear side of
the fuse box near the diagnosis connection.
•For small fuses, push on the catch ⇒ Fig. 161① from above ⇒ Fig. 161A.
•For bigger fuses, push the catch ⇒ Fig. 161① onto the fuse from the side ⇒ Fig. 161B.
•Remove the fuse
•If the fuse has blown, replace it with a new fuse of the same amp rating (same colour and same
markings) and same size ⇒.
•Insert the cover again or close the fuse box cover.
•If used, replace the pliers in the holder behind the fuse box.
Changing bulbs
 Introduction
This chapter contains information on the followingsubjects:
⇒ Information on changing bulbs
⇒ Changing bulbs in the front headlights
⇒ Changing bulbs in the front bumper
⇒ Changing bulbs in the tail light cluster
⇒ Changing the bulb in the number plate light
⇒ Changing bulbs in the side turn signals
Changing the vehicle bulbs requires considerable technical skill. If you do not feel confident with the
procedure, Volkswagen recommends that you have the bulbs changed by a Volkswagen
dealership, or that you seek other expert assistance. Contact a qualified workshop if other vehicle
parts around the lights need to be removed.
You should keep a box with spare light bulbs for the lights that ensure the vehicle is roadworthy in
the vehicle at all times. Spare bulbs are available from Volkswagen dealerships. In some countries
it is a legal requirement to have these spare bulbs in the vehicle.
It may be illegal to drive with a defective bulb in the exterior lighting.
Additional bulb specifications
Some bulbs in headlights or in tail light clusters might have factory specifications that are different
to standard bulbs. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on the base.
Additional information and warnings:
•Exterior views ⇒ Exterior views
•Lights and vision ⇒ Lights and vision
•Preparation for working in the engine compartment ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine
compartment
•Vehicle toolkit ⇒ Vehicle toolkit
•Fuses ⇒ Fuses
You can damage another position in the electrical system by using a fuse with a higher amp
rating.
NOTICE

Park the vehicle on a firm and level surface at a safe distance from the flow of traffic.
Apply the handbrake firmly Braking, stopping and parking.
Turn the light switch to position 0 Lights.
Shift the turn signal lever to neutral Lights.
Automated manual gearbox: move the selector lever to D or R Changing gear.
Stop the engine and remove the vehicle key from the ignition Starting and stopping the
engine.
Manual gearbox: select a gear Changing gear.
Leave the defective bulbs to cool down.
Check to see if a fuse has blown Fuses.
Follow the instructions to change the affected bulb . Always use identical bulbs with the
same designation. The designation is inscribed on the bulb, either on the glass part or on
the base.
Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with unprotected fingers. The heat of the bulb would
cause the fingerprint to evaporate and condense on the reflector. This will impair the
brightness of the headlight.
After changing the bulb, check to ensure that the bulb is working properly. If the bulb is not
working properly, the bulb may not have been inserted properly or may have failed again,
or the connector may have been inserted incorrectly.
Any time you change a bulb in the front of the vehicle, the headlight settings should be
checked by a qualified workshop.
Information on changing bulbs
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
Checklist
Always carry out the following actions for changing a bulb in the given order ⇒:
Accidents can occur if roads are not sufficiently illuminated and other road users have
difficulty seeing the vehicle, or cannot see it at all.
WARNING
Changing the bulb incorrectly can cause accidents and serious injuries.
•When working in the engine compartment, always read and observe the safety warnings
⇒ Preparation for working in the engine compartment. The engine compartment of any
motor vehicle is a dangerous area. Serious injuries can be sustained here.
•H4, HB4 and H7 bulbs are pressurised and could explode when they are being changed.
•Only change the defective bulb once it has had time to cool down completely.
•Never change a bulb unless you are familiar with the procedure. If you are uncertain of
what to do, the work should be carried out by a qualified workshop.
•Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with unprotected fingers. When the light is switched
on, heat will cause fingerprints to evaporate on the bulb, which in turn will cause the
reflector to dim.
•There are sharp-edged parts in the headlight housing in the engine compartment and on
the tail light cluster housing. Protect your hands when changing bulbs.
WARNING
Damage to the electrical system could be caused by water entering the system if the rubber
cover on the headlight housing is not properly mounted.
NOTICE
Ignoring any of the items on this important safety checklist can lead to accidents and severe
injuries.
•Always follow the instructions in the checklist and observe the general safety procedures.
WARNING
Always take care when removing or fitting lights to prevent damage to the paintwork or to
other vehicle parts.
NOTICE

Changing bulbs in the front headlights
Fig. 162 In the engine compartment: rear view of the left-hand front headlight with rubber cover: ①
dipped beam and main beam, ② side lights and daytime running lights, ③ turn signal and
retaining clip ④
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The front headlight does not need to be removed when changing bulbs.
The actions should only be carried out in the specified order:
⇒ Fig. 162①②③
Dipped beam and
main beam
headlights
Side lights and
daytime running
lights
Front turn signal
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Information on changing
bulbs.
2.Open the bonnet ⇒ Preparation for working in the engine compartment.
3.
Remove the connector
from the H4 bulb. Pull off
rubber cover using the
tabs.Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise as far as it will go
and pull it out to the rear along with the bulb.Push retaining clip ④ in
the direction of the arrow
to the front, unhook at
side and fold away.
4.Remove bulb from bulb holder. If necessary, press the catch on the bulb holder.
5.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
6.
Fit the new bulb, fold back
the retaining clips ④ and
hook in.
Insert the bulb holder into
the headlight and turn it
clockwise as far as it will
go.
Insert the bulb holder into
the headlight and turn it
clockwise as far as it will
go.
7.
Put the rubber cover on
and check if it is fitted
securely. Attach
connector to the H4 bulb.
The illustrations show the left-hand headlight from the rear. The right-hand headlight is a
mirror image of the one shown.
Changing bulbs in the front bumper
Fig. 163 In the wheeI housing front right: removing the securing bolts (arrows) and the spreader
rivet Ⓐ

Fig. 164 Changing the bulbs in the headlights
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The actions should only be carried out in the specified order:
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Information on changing bulbs.
2.Use the screwdriver from the toolkit to unscrew the two securing bolts in the wheel
housing trim ⇒ Fig. 163 (arrows) ⇒ Vehicle toolkit.
3.Unscrew the front spreader rivet at the bottom of the wheel housing trim ⇒ Fig. 163Ⓐ
and remove it completely.
4.Grip the edge of the wheel housing trim in between the holes for the securing bolts and
push it gently towards the vehicle interior to release the clip located behind the trim.
5.Carefully push the wheel housing trim to one side.
6.Release the connector ⇒ Fig. 164① and pull it off.
7.Turn the bulb holder ⇒ Fig. 164anticlockwise in the direction of the arrow as far as it will
go and pull it out to the rear along with the bulb.
8.Replace the defective bulb with a new bulb of the same type.
9.Insert the bulb holder into the headlight and turn it clockwise as far as it will go.
10.Connect the connector ⇒ Fig. 164① to the bulb holder. The connector should click into
place.
11.Return the wheel housing trim to its original position, ensuring that the clip engages.
12.Insert the spreader river in the wheel housing trim and the bumper and push in fully
⇒ Fig. 163Ⓐ.
13.Use the screwdriver to screw in the two securing bolts ⇒ Fig. 163 (arrows).
Changing bulbs in the tail light cluster
Fig. 165 In the side of the luggage compartment: A: removing the cover, B: removing the tail light
cluster
Fig. 166 Tail light cluster: C: removing the bulb holder, B: removing the bulbs
First read and observe the introductoryinformation and safety warnings⇒
Introduction
The steps should only be carried out in the specified order.
Removing the tail light cluster
1.Observe and follow the instructions on the checklist ⇒ Information on changing bulbs.
2.Open the tailgate ⇒ Tailgate.
3.Carefully lever off the cover ① ⇒ Fig. 165A.
4.Pull the lock ③ on the connector ② in the direction of the arrow ⇒ Fig. 165B. Use the
screwdriver from the vehicle tools for this purpose.
5.Press the catch ④ and pull off the connector ② ⇒ Fig. 165B.