VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER T30 REAR/TAIL BULB HOLDER (DRIVER SIDE) 2003-2009

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♻ GENUINE VW TRANSPORTER T5 T30 REAR RIGHT O/S TAIL LIGHT BULB HOLDER / LAMP CARRIER 2003–2009 ♻

Genuine used Volkswagen Transporter T5 rear right tail light bulb holder / lamp carrier, fitted inside the rear light cluster on the driver side of UK right-hand-drive vehicles. This carrier holds the rear-light bulbs in the correct position and provides the electrical contact paths required for the various rear lighting functions.

Likely VW OE Number: 7H0945258A

VW OE Format: 7H0 945 258 A

Part Type: Rear Tail Light Bulb Holder / Bulb Carrier / Lamp Socket Board

Position: Rear Right

UK Vehicle Side: O/S / Offside / Driver Side

Vehicle: Volkswagen Transporter T5 / T30

Approx. Years: 2003–2009

Manufacturer: Volkswagen

Condition: Genuine used part

Compatibility

Suitable for selected:

* Volkswagen Transporter T5 – 2003–2009

* Transporter T26

* Transporter T28

* Transporter T30

* Transporter T32

* Panel Van / Furgon

* Kombi

* Shuttle

* Selected Caravelle / Multivan applications using the same rear lamp configuration

The T26 / T28 / T30 / T32 designation refers mainly to vehicle weight class, so compatibility of the bulb holder depends far more on the rear lamp assembly, door configuration and OE number than on the T30 designation itself.

Rear Light / Door Configuration Information

Volkswagen used different rear lamp arrangements depending on:

* Tailgate or twin rear barn doors

* Model year

* Rear lamp housing

* Lamp manufacturer

* Production revision

* Vehicle body specification

Because of this, the bulb holder should not be treated as universal across every 2003–2009 T5.

The strongest match for the right O/S pre-facelift T5 carrier is commonly 7H0945258A, but the number stamped on your actual holder should be checked before listing or ordering.

Technical Information

The bulb holder fits into the rear lamp housing and supports the individual bulbs.

Its main functions include:

* Holding bulbs securely in position

* Providing electrical contact to each bulb

* Connecting the rear lamp to the vehicle wiring

* Maintaining correct bulb alignment

* Distributing power and earth circuits

* Allowing bulbs to be replaced without replacing the whole rear light

Depending on the rear lamp specification, the carrier can support functions such as:

* Tail / side light

* Brake light

* Rear indicator

* Reverse light

* Rear fog light where applicable

Rear Lighting System Information

The bulb carrier works together with:

* Rear lamp housing

* Bulbs

* Electrical connector

* Rear wiring loom

* Vehicle lighting circuits

* Fuses

* Earth connections

If several rear-light functions stop working at the same time, the carrier, connector or earth circuit should be inspected carefully.

Common Symptoms / Reasons for Replacement

Replacement may be required if:

* Bulbs work intermittently

* Electrical contacts are corroded

* Bulb sockets are burnt

* Plastic carrier is cracked

* Connector pins are discoloured

* Bulbs fit loosely

* Rear lights flicker

* Water ingress has damaged the contacts

* Electrical tracks are burnt or damaged

* Original carrier is missing

Important Diagnostic Information

Before replacing the bulb holder, also inspect:

* Rear light bulbs

* Main electrical connector

* Wiring loom

* Earth connection

* Lamp housing for moisture ingress

* Fuses

* Connector pins

* Signs of overheating around bulb sockets

If one bulb repeatedly fails, check the corresponding socket for poor contact or heat damage.

If several rear lights fail together, a poor earth or main connector fault may be the underlying cause.

Installation

Typical installation may involve:

1. Opening the rear door or tailgate.

2. Accessing the rear light assembly.

3. Removing the relevant lamp cover or cluster.

4. Disconnecting the electrical connector.

5. Releasing the bulb holder from the lamp housing.

6. Transferring serviceable bulbs where required.

7. Installing the replacement carrier.

8. Reconnecting the electrical plug.

9. Testing all rear lighting functions.

The holder should be seated correctly without forcing the plastic retaining tabs.

Programming / Coding

No programming or coding is normally required.

This is a conventional rear-light electrical carrier.

After installation, test:

* Tail lights

* Brake lights

* Indicators

* Reverse light

* Rear fog light where applicable

Important Compatibility Note

Before ordering, please compare:

* Part number stamped on the holder

* Likely reference 7H0945258A

* Rear right / O/S position

* Bulb socket arrangement

* Electrical track layout

* Connector shape

* Mounting tabs

* Rear light housing

* Tailgate / barn-door configuration

* Your original part against the listing photographs

Do not rely only on:

“VW Transporter T5 T30 2003–2009 Driver Side”

because different rear light revisions were used.

The safest listing wording is:

VW Transporter T5 2003–2009 Rear Right O/S Tail Light Bulb Holder – confirm OE number and lamp type.

Condition

Genuine used Volkswagen part.

As a used electrical lighting component, it may show normal signs of previous use including:

* Surface marks

* Dust

* Minor oxidation

* Contact wear

* General age-related cosmetic wear

Please inspect all listing photographs carefully for the exact condition, bulb sockets, contacts, connector and mounting tabs.

An ideal genuine replacement for a corroded, burnt, cracked, loose or faulty VW Transporter T5 2003–2009 rear right O/S tail light bulb holder / lamp carrier.