Volkswagen VW Caddy Mk3 Rear Tail Light Lamp Plug Socket Wiring Right O/S

Volkswagen VW Caddy Mk3 Rear Tail Light Lamp Plug Socket Wiring Right O/S is an original lighting system component designed for the right rear lamp in the third-generation Caddy model. Thanks to its factory design, it ensures a secure electrical connection and stable operation of the position light, brake light, and turn signal, without the need for wiring modifications.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 2K0945096P-1
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 2K0945096P
• Substitutable numbers: 2K0945096P, 2K0 945 096 P
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Category: Rear Light Assemblies

Purpose and function in the vehicle

The presented plug with socket and wire section is a component of the Rear lights and brake lights system in the Volkswagen Caddy Mk3, mounted on the right side at the rear of the vehicle. It is responsible for safely supplying power and control signals to the lamp, which translates into the proper operation of all rear lighting functions.

The placement on the vehicle on the right rear side allows for precise fitting to the factory wiring and lamp housing, without the need for creating custom connectors or using adapters. This solution is particularly beneficial for post-collision repairs, replacing a damaged lamp, or refurbishing the electrical installation.

Connector construction and technical advantages

The plug was designed as part of the Volkswagen OEM system, which means maintaining the original contact geometry, appropriate wire cross-section, and proper protection against connection loosening. Thanks to this:

• stable continuity of the rear lamp electrical circuit is maintained,
• the risk of flickering or failure of the brake and position lights is reduced,
• the connection is resistant to typical operational loads, such as body vibrations.

The original connector design also facilitates diagnostics – if necessary, voltages and signals on the pins can be quickly checked without interfering with the rest of the installation.

Condition, fitment, and installation

The item comes from disassembly and is offered as a used OEM component, which in practice means a beneficial combination of factory quality and an attractive price. Compared to cheap replacements, the original plug ensures better fitment with the lamp and predictable behavior over a long period of use.

Installation involves connecting the connector to the rear lamp and plugging the wire into the existing vehicle harness, in accordance with the factory cable routing. Such a solution limits the need for soldering or using universal terminal blocks, which reduces the risk of subsequent problems with contact corrosion or wire overheating.

Practical application and benefits of choosing OEM

Replacing a damaged rear lamp plug is particularly important in situations where problems with the operation of brake lights, position lights, or turn signals on the right side occur. Using an original connector allows for restoring full functionality of the lighting system without quality compromises.

The main benefits include:

• factory fitment to the Caddy Mk3 lamp and wiring,
• stable electrical connection, limiting the risk of installation errors,
• easier diagnostics and service in the future, thanks to maintaining the OEM standard.

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 combination lamps, control modules, or additional wiring, check the available parts in the Volkswagen rear lights and brake lights category.

For drivers interested in a broader approach to repairs using original, used OEM components, valuable information on the cost-effectiveness of such solutions can be found in the article Humming differential? Find out why a used OEM drive axle is a better investment than an uncertain replacement.