How to Change 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Trunk Cargo Light Bulb

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Introduction:

We will teach you how to replace all trunk/cargo light bulbs in a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan with all new LED bulbs from ALLA Lighting (Advance LED Lights for Automotive). 

You will notice how one small LED bulb makes a huge difference in lighting up the entire trunk area in your 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan vehicle. 

Compatible Vehicles: 

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan 

Tools Needed for Installation: 

Flathead screwdriver

The Following Information shows step by step the installation instructions on how to install or replace 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Trunk/Cargo Light Bulb.

Step #1: Locate the stock trunk light bulb

Open the tailgate and locate the trunk/cargo light (the trunk/cargo light bulb is on the driver’s side)

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Step #2: Remove the access panel

Pry off the panel above the light. The panel has several clips that hold it in on the edges. Pro Tip: open the right side first (see below image)
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Step #3: Remove the light bulb housing

Reach behind the trunk light to push out the clip (can use your finger or small tool) and at the same time, use your other hand to pull it out free.
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Step #4: Remove the incandescent bulb

Notice the one opening on the housing where you can push the bulb out. Use that side to remove the incandescent bulb. 
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Step #5: Install the LED bulb and test it

Push in one side and then the other. Rotate the bulbs so the chips face towards the lens. Test it before putting it all back together.

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Step #6: Put the housing back

Slide the housing in from back to front and push it in to lock the clip.
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Step #7: Put the access panel back

Replace the access panel by putting the back first then push in the front.
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Item Title: 42mm 211-2 578 Festoon Bulbs
Item SKU: ALLA-42mm-3030-3
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Check out Installation Video

Congratulations!! Your installation is now complete in your 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. If you experienced any issues during your installation and unable to complete installation, please contact us for assistance. If the  LED bulbs are experiencing hyper-flashing, flickering, an error code issues, then load resistors for this application will be required to be installed. These issues occur due to the LEDs low current nature which draws much less current than original stock halogen bulbs.

Please feel free to contact us at service@allalighting.com for assistance. Our team of highly trained representatives will be available to assist and provide best solution. May also visit us at www.allalighting.com 

Looking for more LED upgrades for your vehicle. Check out the below bulb guide!  For your reference only. All information below is not 100% guaranteed accurate. Please check original halogen bulb size before purchasing. 

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Vehicle Information Exterior Lights

Low Beam: Stock Bulb size # : halogen H7 https://allalighting.com/products/ncp-h7-canbus-led-headlights-bulbs-high-low-beam-replacement

High Beam: Stock Bulb size # : halogen H7 https://allalighting.com/products/ncp-h7-canbus-led-headlights-bulbs-high-low-beam-replacement

Fog Light: Stock Bulb size # : H8 https://allalighting.com/products/al-r-h8-h11-led-fog-lights-bulbs-replacement-drl-for-cars-trucks

Front Turn Signal Light: Stock Bulb size # : halogen 7507 https://allalighting.com/products/can-bus-bau15s-py21w-7507-led-bulbs-amber-yellow-turn-signal-lights

Front Side Marker Light: Stock Bulb size # : 168 https://allalighting.com/products/w2-1-9-5d-base-t10-wedge-168-194-led-bulbs-interior-lights-replacement

Rear Turn Light: Stock Bulb size # : halogen 7443 https://allalighting.com/products/t20-7440-7443-canbus-led-bulbs-red-signal-lights-error-free-w21w-7444

Brake Light: Stock Bulb size # :  Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

Tail Light: Stock Bulb size # : Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

Back-Up Reverse Light: Stock Bulb size # : Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

Center High Mount/ 3rd Brake Light: Stock Bulb size # : Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

License Plate Light:  Stock Bulb size # : Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

2019 Volkswagen Tiguan Vehicle Information Interior Lights

Interior Dome Light:  Stock Bulb size # : Stock LED bulb (not replaceable with our LEDs) 

Interior Map Light:  Stock Bulb size # : 194 https://allalighting.com/products/194-175-led-bulbs-super-bright-12v-w5w-6k-white-interior-lights

Trunk/Cargo Light:  Stock Bulb size # : 6418 https://allalighting.com/products/41mm-211-2-578-led-festoon-bulbs-interior-map-dome-trunk-lights

 

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