Volkswagen Scirocco Mk3 Rear Tail Light Bulb Holder Socket Left N/S 1K8945257C

The Volkswagen VW Scirocco III Rear Lamp Bulb Holder Left is a factory original part of the rear lamp electrical system, belonging to the Wires, Plugs, and Connectors category. It ensures stable bulb seating and correct connection to the electrical harness on the left rear side, contributing to safe and predictable vehicle lighting operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 1K8945257C
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 1K8945257C
• Substitutable numbers: 1K8945257C, 1K8 945 257 C
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Left
• Category: Sockets, Connectors & Wiring

Purpose and Function in the Lighting System

The presented bulb holder is designed for the rear left lamp in the third-generation Scirocco model. The component is responsible for the mechanical retention of bulbs in their correct position and for the electrical connection to the vehicle's system, which is crucial for the proper functioning of the position lights, brake lights, or turn signals in that lamp.

A properly selected holder eliminates the risk of looseness, contact overheating, and unstable connections, which can lead to intermittent lighting failure or system errors indicated by the vehicle.

Construction and System Compatibility

As a part of the Wires, Plugs, and Connectors group, the holder has been designed for close cooperation with the factory Volkswagen electrical harness. Proper current path routing and precisely shaped bulb sockets allow for:

• secure bulb seating without the risk of them falling out while driving over uneven surfaces,
• stable electrical contact thanks to appropriately selected terminals,
• easy installation and removal during servicing or bulb replacement.

Its placement on the rear left side of the vehicle facilitates identification of the correct mounting point and minimizes the risk of errors when selecting the part.

Benefits of Using an Original Holder

Using an original bulb holder in the Scirocco III allows for maintaining the electrical system's consistency with factory Volkswagen solutions. In practice, this means:

• compatibility with the factory lamp and wiring harness without the need for modifications,
• correct current flow to all lighting points in the given lamp,
• reduced risk of malfunctions due to overheating or contact oxidation with proper installation.

A component from this category is particularly important in vehicles equipped with lighting system monitoring, where the quality of electrical connections directly impacts the absence of error messages.

Item Condition and Installation Aspects

The offered bulb holder is a used part, which means it comes from a dismantled vehicle and has been previously used. Such a component, provided its contacts are functional and the structure is undamaged, can still offer functionality comparable to a new part, while also being an economical solution for lighting system repairs.

During installation, it is recommended to:

• check the condition of the connectors on the vehicle's harness side,
• verify the correct seating of bulbs in the sockets after installation,
• confirm the operation of all lamp functions (position, brake, turn signal, fog light – if applicable) after completing the work.

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