How to Remove the Headlight Switch of Volkswagen Jetta?
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Steps to remove the headlight switch of Volkswagen Jetta: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and press the combination switch with your fingers; 2. Rotate the switch to the right; 3. Pull the switch outward; 4. Remove the switch to complete the disassembly. Car headlights, also known as car front lights or car LED daytime running lights, serve as the eyes of the car and are closely related to safe driving at night or under bad weather conditions. Jetta is a car brand under FAW-Volkswagen Automotive Co., Ltd., a joint venture of the German Volkswagen Group in China. The Volkswagen Jetta has a length, width, and height of 4501mm, 1704mm, and 1469mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2604mm, and the drive mode is front-engine, front-wheel drive.
I've disassembled the headlight switch on the old Jetta several times, and the steps are quite particular. First, you need to adjust the steering wheel to its lowest position. Crawl down and you'll see a small square hole on the side of the switch. Use a thin screwdriver or a special tool to insert into the hole, while pressing down on the front of the switch with your fingers. You'll hear a click when the latch pops open. When removing it, remember the position of the wire harness connector's clip at the back of the switch—don't pull it hard. Before installing a new switch, it's safer to disconnect the negative terminal of the battery. The clips on Volkswagen cars are especially brittle; last time I broke a plastic tab by applying too much force. After disassembly, remember to take a photo of the wire harness connector arrangement with your phone. If it's not aligned correctly when reassembling, you'll be in trouble.
Recently replaced the Jetta headlight switch myself, sharing some hands-on tips. No need to remove the steering wheel assembly at all - just lie on the driver's floor mat for best access. Locate the small square hole on the left side of the switch; I used a phone repair spudger to push in while twisting the entire switch clockwise with the other hand - it releases immediately. Note the wiring connector has foolproof design but extremely tight clips; apply smart pressure when squeezing the black plastic tabs. Spray some WD-40 to lubricate the mounting slots before installing the new switch to prevent dry friction on plastic parts.
