Changing the headlight bulb of a Volkswagen Jetta is a super operation easy to perform . There is no need to be a great handyman, it requires few tools and no knowledge of mechanics. To perform this operation, count about 10 minutes . However, before you start the work, you will have to make sure that the problem comes from the bulb. We will first of all find out how to know where the problem came from, then how to replace the damaged bulb.change-bulb-Volkswagen-Jetta

The ceiling bulb of your Volkswagen Jetta no longer works: the different origins.

The bulb is defective . This is of course the most common cause. Whatever happens, you will need to remove the light unit from your Volkswagen Jetta. To do this, you will have to follow the steps in the next part. To control it is super easy. If it is ever a filament bulb, you can visually check that this filament is broken. If, on the other hand, it is an LED bulb, it will be necessary to check that the current is flowing correctly using a voltmeter. Try to take the voltage on the two connector poles. An electrical concern . It is less frequent, however it can still happen on this Volkswagen Jetta. It is possible that there is a short juice, or that a connector is dirty. In this case, inspect the tension at both ends. If the current does not flow correctly, you must follow the electrical wires until you see the cause of the failure. It is also possible that the connectors are dirty. Then, it will be necessary to clean them using a specialized product and to re-measure the tension.

How to replace the ceiling bulb of your Volkswagen Jetta

Once you have found the cause of the failure, you are sure the problem is with the bulb. Let's see how to replace the ceiling light bulb step by step on this Volkswagen Jetta.

  • Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Insert it into the groove to pry.
  • Remove the connector
  • Dismount the ceiling light so as to have access to the bulb
  • Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. Of course, the size and the base must match
  • Carefully place the new bulb
  • Replace the connectors and the ceiling light in the other direction

You can now switch on the ignition and check that the bulb is working correctly. And voila, it's done! The interior light bulb of your Volkswagen Jetta must work normally. Good walk.