High level brake light

[missymckay]

Hello

Has anyone got a link to a 'how to guide' on changing the high level brake light without removing the spoiler?

Many thanks

[xjay1337]

Smash it with a hammer (seriously).

[doylebros]

Hello

Has anyone got a link to a 'how to guide' on changing the high level brake light without removing the spoiler?

Many thanks

This is worth a read http://www.golfgtiforum.co.uk/index.php?topic=121067.0

[Washout]

Hope this helps. Read from reply 32. 

Might help if I added the link. 

http://www.mk5golfgti.co.uk/forum/index.php/topic,93415.30.html

[Horatio]

Best to use a drill to break the red lense, just drill loads of holes along the middle until larger pieces break off and then simply unclip the old light and replace. Use some silicone for a better water tight fit round the edges

[missymckay]

Thanks guys, I will check the wiring first just in case its a loose one and then attack it with the drill 

[gtivirgin]

dremel makes light work of it

[ROH ECHT]

The spoiler should be removed to do the swap correctly...others have done it and risking damage to the light mounts. You can do it by busting out the old light...and the only risk you take is having to do it the correct way if it fails. I would try removing the spoiler without breaking it...and use the proper adhesive for the reattachment.

[missymckay]

  will try and fix it at the weekend

[gtivirgin]

It seems a lot more daunting than the reality is. Just be careful when breaking the lens bit and take your time. Once that is off the PCB and black plastic bit underneath is very weak and easy to rip out. PCB on mine was corroded and rotten from water so basically fell out when yanked with pliers. Having done it once it would take less than 5 minutes to do again.