Rear Fog light

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Pz6500

Discussion Starter · Jan 31, 2021

I have discovered my rear fog light is not working (no warning on the info system) but before I go and buy a new unit for my 2015 R-Line I wanted to check the connection etc as recently had to have some repairs to this side following a car park shunt that damaged the red plastic reflector. Can someone point me in the direction of how I gain access to the plug etc. Is it a bumper off of can access be gained from the wheel arch or back of the car. Thanks

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Cass

· #2 · Jan 31, 2021 (Edited by Moderator)

This might help:

Page 146 onwards

https://www.mytreg.com/index.php?app=core&module=attach&section=attach&attach_id=1929

Dah

· #3 · Jan 31, 2021

Had to do mine a few weeks ago, access through the wheel arch very tight on room. There is a connection on the back of the bumper not easy to get at also mine was led cost from stealer was around £60. No pattern part a available unless its a bulb.

Pz6500

Discussion Starter · #4 · Jan 31, 2021

Cass said:
This might help:

Page 146 onwards

https://www.mytreg.com/index.php?app=core&module=attach&section=attach&attach_id=1929

Thanks Cass, do you happen to have a link to "Remove rear bumper cover ⇒ General body repairs, exterior; Rep. gr. 63 ; Rear bumper cover ." quote taken from Page 159 of your link in order to get to the lamp unit.

Cass

· #5 · Jan 31, 2021 (Edited by Moderator)

T3 link here - I'd wager that the T4 is identical or very similar:

https://www.mytreg.com/index.php?/topic/78065-t3-rear-bumper-removal/

Relevant link here:

https://www.mytreg.com/index.php?/topic/14938-how-to-remove-the-rear-bumper-cover/

nige

· #6 · Jan 31, 2021

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Removing

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Remove tail lights →Electrical system; Rep. gr.94

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Remove bolts -2-.

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Release clip -3- on left and right.

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Remove bolts -9-.

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Release wheel arch trim -5- from 3 catches in bumper cover -1--arrow a-.

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Remove bolts -7- on left and right sides in area of wheel housing liner.

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Pull rear bumper cover -1- out of catches in lateral guides -4--arrow b-.

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Remove bolts -6- and -8-.

Further dismantling requires the help of a second mechanic.

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Pull off rear bumper cover -1- from vehicle -arrows c-.

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Disconnect electrical connectors from all fitted electrical components

Installing

Install in reverse order, but note the following:

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Secure existing connectors in place.

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Fit rear bumper cover -1- with the aid of a second mechanic -arrows a-.

Note

When fitting the rear bumper cover, make sure that it runs parallel along the left and right guide profiles.

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Push rear bumper cover -1- onto left and right guide profile -4--arrows b-, until they engage audibly.

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Check that parts are parallel and gaps are even → Rep. gr.00; Karosseriespaltmaße; Karosserie hinten.

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Tighten bolts -6-, -7- and -8-.

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Engage wheel arch trim -5- in bumper cover -1--arrow-.

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Tighten bolts -9-.

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Tighten bolts -2-.

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Fasten clip -3- on left and right.

#2/7/8/9/10 - Screws 3 Nm

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NoobyT

· #7 · Jan 31, 2021

I'm guessing there are pictures but none are showing?

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nige

· #8 · Jan 31, 2021

NoobyT said:
I'm guessing there are pictures but none are showing?

The picture is at the top of the post 2 people have already downloaded it

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NoobyT

· #9 · Jan 31, 2021

Ah, got it now. Thought the huge spaces between each step were for a missing picture of each step! Silly moi!

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VW Touareg models are as follows:
Generation 1: T1 is model 7LA and the facelift T2 is model 7L6
Generation 2: T3 is model 7P5 and the facelift T4 is model 7P6
Generation 3: T5 is model CR7

Models, engines, build years, etcetera - all essential reading - is here:
http://en.wikipedia....kswagen_Touareg and here:
https://www.autoevolution.com/volkswagen/touareg/

The world's most comprehensive guide to buying a used Generation 1 VW Touareg [T1 & T2 2002-10] that could save you money [even more essential reading!] is here:
http://www.mytreg.co...at-to-look-for/

FYI: Porsche Cayenne 955 = T1; 957 = T2; 958.1 = T3; 958.2 = T4; 9YA = T5
Brilliant site with a lot of information and many photos of all the Cayenne models since launch! https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-models/cayenne/958/

Pz6500

Discussion Starter · #10 · Jan 31, 2021

I have removed the lamp fitting and checked it's receiving 12v and can confirm I'm about to get my trousers pulled down and royally spanked at the dealers unless anyone knows where I can get one cheaper...?

2016 V6 R-Line

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Pz6500

Discussion Starter · #11 · Jan 31, 2021

Thanks for the information guys, much appreciated.

However...I somehow managed to get my arm in and release the plastic clips holding the reflectors in place, the using every extension piece and a bendy extension managed to take the one screw holding the lamp in place but there's not enough wire to get the unit free and disconnect from the wiring loom.

Next was my finest stroke of genius, I took off the plastic cover from the towing hitch and fished the assembly through the hole and just had enough wire to allow the plug/socket to poke through and be disconnected. Bit of a faff but no bodywork was removed and all fixings and skin on knuckles are still in place..!!

2016 V6 R-Line

nige

· #12 · Jan 31, 2021

https://volkswagen.7zap.com/en/rdw/touareg/toua/2016-787/9/945-945010/#6

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Genuine-LED-Rear-Fog-Light-O-S-Fits-VW-Touareg-7P6945702K-/132482310138 only problem this one is in Latvia so might take a while to get here

NoobyT

· #13 · Jan 31, 2021

I wouldn't import at the moment.

Just go straight to the dealer.

Tip! Search this forum using Google or Bing with [site:www.mytreg.com word word word ]

VW Touareg models are as follows:
Generation 1: T1 is model 7LA and the facelift T2 is model 7L6
Generation 2: T3 is model 7P5 and the facelift T4 is model 7P6
Generation 3: T5 is model CR7

Models, engines, build years, etcetera - all essential reading - is here:
http://en.wikipedia....kswagen_Touareg and here:
https://www.autoevolution.com/volkswagen/touareg/

The world's most comprehensive guide to buying a used Generation 1 VW Touareg [T1 & T2 2002-10] that could save you money [even more essential reading!] is here:
http://www.mytreg.co...at-to-look-for/

FYI: Porsche Cayenne 955 = T1; 957 = T2; 958.1 = T3; 958.2 = T4; 9YA = T5
Brilliant site with a lot of information and many photos of all the Cayenne models since launch! https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-models/cayenne/958/

Cass

· #14 · Jan 31, 2021

NoobyT said:
I wouldn't import at the moment.

Just go straight to the dealer.

Me too - no hassle in ringing them and seeing what it would cost - you might well be surprised

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NoobyT

· #15 · Jan 31, 2021

Dealers used to give a discount on 4+ year old cars' spares.

Tip! Search this forum using Google or Bing with [site:www.mytreg.com word word word ]

VW Touareg models are as follows:
Generation 1: T1 is model 7LA and the facelift T2 is model 7L6
Generation 2: T3 is model 7P5 and the facelift T4 is model 7P6
Generation 3: T5 is model CR7

Models, engines, build years, etcetera - all essential reading - is here:
http://en.wikipedia....kswagen_Touareg and here:
https://www.autoevolution.com/volkswagen/touareg/

The world's most comprehensive guide to buying a used Generation 1 VW Touareg [T1 & T2 2002-10] that could save you money [even more essential reading!] is here:
http://www.mytreg.co...at-to-look-for/

FYI: Porsche Cayenne 955 = T1; 957 = T2; 958.1 = T3; 958.2 = T4; 9YA = T5
Brilliant site with a lot of information and many photos of all the Cayenne models since launch! https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-models/cayenne/958/

NoobyT

· #16 · Jan 31, 2021 (Edited by Moderator)

Is this what you are after or has the shape changed on a 2015? It's in Letchworth.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Touareg-13-14-Rear-Fog-Light-Lamp-Right-Driver-Off-Side-O-S-OEM-Valeo-/143923214728

Tip! Search this forum using Google or Bing with [site:www.mytreg.com word word word ]

VW Touareg models are as follows:
Generation 1: T1 is model 7LA and the facelift T2 is model 7L6
Generation 2: T3 is model 7P5 and the facelift T4 is model 7P6
Generation 3: T5 is model CR7

Models, engines, build years, etcetera - all essential reading - is here:
http://en.wikipedia....kswagen_Touareg and here:
https://www.autoevolution.com/volkswagen/touareg/

The world's most comprehensive guide to buying a used Generation 1 VW Touareg [T1 & T2 2002-10] that could save you money [even more essential reading!] is here:
http://www.mytreg.co...at-to-look-for/

FYI: Porsche Cayenne 955 = T1; 957 = T2; 958.1 = T3; 958.2 = T4; 9YA = T5
Brilliant site with a lot of information and many photos of all the Cayenne models since launch! https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-models/cayenne/958/

nige

· #17 · Jan 31, 2021

NoobyT said:
Is this what you are after or has the shape changed on a 2015? It's in Letchworth.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VW-Touareg-13-14-Rear-Fog-Light-Lamp-Right-Driver-Off-Side-O-S-OEM-Valeo-/143923214728

That's for the normal bulb fitting, the 2016 uses a LED unit, so would need to also purchase the correct bulb holder and modify the wiring to suit and then probably re-code (if possible) for a conventional bulb

Tregtim

· #18 · 10 mo ago

nige said:
That's for the normal bulb fitting, the 2016 uses a LED unit, so would need to also purchase the correct bulb holder and modify the wiring to suit and then probably re-code (if possible) for a conventional bulb

Hi, I’ve got the same issue, did anyone consider cutting the cable and reconnect a new lamp rather than removing the bumper..?

just a thought

robsdesk

· #19 · 10 mo ago

Mine failed its MOT on this back in March, as you've found, no source for the LED component alone, had to buy the complete unit from a dealer, was about £70.

I removed the wheel, arch trim and liner and swapped it through that access, a complete pain but do-able, from memory I used a very small ratchet with Torx bit to get the screw holding the light in out, the clip holding the connector to the bumper was a pain to remove as well.

It's not a great design - on mine I could see the corrosion where the LED unit had got wet, probably be swapping it again in 5 years time...

Tregger Returns

· #20 · 7 mo ago

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Pz6500 said:
Thanks for the information guys, much appreciated.

However...I somehow managed to get my arm in and release the plastic clips holding the reflectors in place, the using every extension piece and a bendy extension managed to take the one screw holding the lamp in place but there's not enough wire to get the unit free and disconnect from the wiring loom.

Next was my finest stroke of genius, I took off the plastic cover from the towing hitch and fished the assembly through the hole and just had enough wire to allow the plug/socket to poke through and be disconnected. Bit of a faff but no bodywork was removed and all fixings and skin on knuckles are still in place..!!

2016 V6 R-Line

This is great Intel. I've today realised that my rear fog light isn't working either, although there are no error messages and the switch illuminates ok.
So, here's a great big PLEASE!!
I was wondering, is it possible to remove the LED bulb without removing the lense from the bumper? Is that what the torques screw is for on the back of the assembly?
And, how does the plug disconnect from the harness? Do you have to press a particular side and pull, or just pull?
Also, could you provide the part number of the LED bulb and where you managed to get one from?
Treg is 2016 RHD and the fog light in question is right hand side.
Sorry for so many questions, but this seems to be one of those pain in the arse jobs that is way more difficult than it should be.
Thanks in advance.
Tregger Happy 😊

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