VW Transporter T5 Rear Tail Light Socket Bulb Holder Right O/S 7H0945258A

VW Transporter T5 Rear Tail Light Socket Bulb Holder Right O/S is an original electrical system component designed for the right rear tail light of the Transporter T5 model. As part of the Wires, plugs and connectors group, it is responsible for securely seating the bulbs and ensuring a stable connection with the vehicle's wiring harness, which translates into trouble-free lighting operation. This used OEM component is a sensible choice for repairs when you want to ensure factory fitment and maintain the correct operating parameters of the rear lighting system.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 7H0945258A
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 7H0945258A
• Substitutable numbers: 7H0945258A, 7H0 945 258 A
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Electrical Connector
• Category: Sockets, Connectors & Wiring

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented bulb holder is designed for installation in the rear right section of the Volkswagen Transporter T5 body. This component serves as a base for bulbs and connectors, ensuring:

• stable mounting of light sources in the tail light,
• a secure connection with the vehicle's electrical system,
• correct signal transmission to the position lights, brake lights, or turn signals (depending on the specific light configuration).

By maintaining the original geometry and mounting points, the holder allows for precise seating in the light housing, which reduces the risk of looseness, flickering light, or electrical contact issues.

Benefits of using an original bulb holder

Using an original Volkswagen component in the rear lighting area offers a number of practical advantages. The bulb holder:

• maintains the factory operating parameters of the electrical system,
• ensures compatibility with the existing wiring harness and plugs,
• reduces the risk of installation errors resulting from mismatched aftermarket parts,
• facilitates maintenance and potential future bulb replacement.

For users who care about maintaining the consistency of the electrical system, choosing such a component is a safe and operationally predictable solution.

Installation and operational characteristics

The right-hand rear tail light bulb holder has been developed for direct installation in the corresponding Transporter T5 light. This means that:

• the arrangement of the bulb sockets is consistent with the factory light design,
• the electrical connectors are matched to the original wiring harness,
• the entire unit works with the vehicle's factory lighting control.

Such a solution minimizes the need for installation modifications, which is particularly important in commercial vehicles where fast and predictable service is essential.

Condition of the component and practical application

The offered bulb holder comes from the used parts group, which allows for lower repair costs while maintaining the original design. This is a good solution in situations where the holder has been damaged due to contact corrosion, overheating of bulb sockets, or mechanical cracking inside the light. Replacing the holder itself is often sufficient to restore the proper operation of the rear lighting without the need to purchase a complete light unit.

Expanding the electrical system in your Volkswagen

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting electrical system in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as additional plugs, wire sections, or lamp connectors, check out the available parts in the Volkswagen wires, plugs and connectors category.

More about choosing used body components

If you want to better understand how to select used body components and parts mounted within the bodywork, it is worth reading practical tips regarding the quality and cost-effectiveness of such solutions – you will find them in the article Replacing body parts with used ones – can salvaged body parts look like new?. This is a helpful source of knowledge when planning repairs using salvaged parts.