Left License Plate Lamp -X4- /Right License Plate Lamp -X5-, REMOVING AND INSTALLING: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE:

This procedure shows the Left License Plate Lamp -X4-. It is the same procedure for the Right License Plate Lamp -X5-.

-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical equipment.

-- Place the ignition key and other drive authorization systems outside of the vehicle interior, to avoid an unintentional start of the vehicle.

-- Release the locking tab -1- in the direction of the -arrow-.

Fig 1: Identifying License Plate Lamp Tab And Bumper Cover

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-- Remove the Left License Plate Lamp -X4- until the connector is accessible.

-- Disconnect the connector -arrow-.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Harness Connector

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-- Remove the Left License Plate Lamp -X4-.