Q: Passenger's side headlight not working

asked by on February 16, 2016

The passenger's side headlight is not working.

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If you have already replaced the bulb, the problem may be with the wiring, or with the headlamp control module that your particular vehicle has. You will need to find a VW qualified technician to inspect and get headlamp working again, due to the complexity of your vehicles lighting systems.

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