First of all, you should know several indications about the pilot lights, also called low beams. Unlike some lights, these are essential. They must be at least two and work on the left as well as on the right. They must also illuminate 30 meters without blinding users in front. If one of the lights of the Volkswagen 181 is not functional, you risk a fine of 68 euros. Of course, it is initially for safety reasons that it is essential to change them when they no longer work. Now let's see how to change these low beam headlights on the Volkswagen 181, step by step.change-passing lamp-Volkswagen-181

How to change a night light on a Volkswagen 181

Before starting operations, it is necessary to switch off the engine. Allow about 5 or 10 minutes for this change of low beam on a Volkswagen 181. This operation does not require any particular tool, except perhaps a flat screwdriver to help you if a cover has trouble coming.

  • Open the hood of the Volkswagen 181
  • Identify the location of the lighthouse block
  • Remove the protective cover so as to reach the light unit
  • Disconnect the connector
  • Carefully remove the bulb from the low beam
  • Compare the new bulb with the old one to be sure it fully matches
  • Place the new bulb gently in its location. Check that it is stable and well engaged
  • Replace the connector, but also the cover

That's it. Changing a low beam on a Volkswagen 181 is an extremely easy and short repair, accessible to all levels in the field. Be careful!