Volkswagen Touareg 7L Rear Inner Tail Light Bulb Socket Right O/S 7L6945260A

Volkswagen Touareg 7L Rear Inner Tail Light Bulb Socket Right O/S is an original lighting system component designed for installation on the right side of the vehicle's rear. As a component from the Wires, plugs and connectors group, it ensures a stable electrical connection and proper operation of the bulbs in the inner part of the tail light. Using an OEM component allows for a technically correct repair without the need for replacements with uncertain parameters.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7L6945260A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7L6945260A
• Substitutable numbers: 7L6945260A, 7L6 945 260 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Sockets, Connectors & Wiring

Purpose and function in the lighting system

The described bulb socket is dedicated to the rear right side of the body, where it is responsible for the secure seating of bulbs and their electrical connection to the vehicle's wiring harness. A correctly selected socket eliminates common problems such as:

• intermittent operation of position or brake lights due to loose contacts,
• local overheating of connectors resulting from improper fitment,
• errors in the light control system caused by an unstable connection.

Thanks to a design compliant with factory Volkswagen standards, the component maintains the correct mounting geometry and contact layout, which facilitates installation in the original tail light of the first-generation Touareg.

Connector construction and technical aspects

The socket belongs to the Wires, plugs and connectors group, which means its key role is to ensure a stable, vibration-resistant electrical connection. The construction is based on:

• a dedicated shape matched to the inner part of the tail light,
• a set of contacts intended for specific light points in the lamp,
• a connector that works with the vehicle's factory electrical harness.

Such a solution allows for maintaining the consistency of the electrical system, reduces the risk of leaks, and facilitates the diagnosis of potential faults in the rear lighting area.

Benefits of using an original socket

Using an original bulb socket in the right tail light of the Touareg translates into a number of practical operational benefits:

• Factory fit – compatibility with the lamp and electrical harness design eliminates the need for installation modifications.
• Stable lighting operation – proper current flow and appropriate contacts reduce the risk of flickering or light failure.
• Easier diagnostics – maintaining the original installation architecture facilitates work for electricians and service centers.
• Consistency with vehicle systems – proper electrical load promotes correct cooperation with light control systems.

Component condition and service application

The offered bulb socket is a used component, which in service practice often represents a reasonable compromise between repair cost and maintaining original build quality. This type of component is particularly useful in situations where:

• mechanical or thermal damage to the factory socket has occurred,
• there are problems with contact corrosion in the existing connector,
• it is necessary to replace a fragment of the lighting installation without interfering with the entire harness.

Selecting the correct socket for a specific version of the Touareg allows for restoring full functionality of the rear light on the right side, without degrading the parameters of the electrical system.

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your Volkswagen and need other elements from the same group, such as connectors, plugs, or wire sections, check the available parts in the Volkswagen Wires, plugs and connectors category.

To better plan the scope of service work with used installation components, it is worth familiarizing yourself with practical tips regarding part selection, which you will find in the article Stock vs. sports suspension – differences in construction and is it worth buying used suspension parts?.