The Volkswagen Golf MK7 Facelift R-Line is a popular variant of the Golf that had significant changes, it combines style, performance, and advanced technology. As part of the R-Line trim, its added features in its interior and exterior offers a more sporty appearance with subtle enhancements to its body, including larger alloy wheels, side sill extensions, and a distinctive front bumper.
The R-Line trim draws inspiration from Volkswagen’s high-performance "R" models like the Golf R, it does so with an emphasis on aesthetics and handling rather than raw power.
One of the most iconic features of the Golf MK7 Facelift R-Line is its advanced and innovative Adaptive LED headlights.
So what’s so special about these Adaptive LED headlights and what’s the tech behind it?
What are Adaptive LED Headlights?
Adaptive LED headlights represent a major leap forward in automotive lighting technology. Unlike traditional headlights, which provide a fixed beam of light, Adaptive LEDs are basically what any nighttime rider can dream of. They are capable of adjusting their direction and intensity in response to driving conditions.
This includes features like cornering lights, where the headlights pivot to illuminate turns as you steer, or dynamically adjusting to the vehicle’s speed and direction. The aim is simple: to provide the driver with better visibility, reduce glare for other road users, and enhance road safety.
These advanced headlights are increasingly becoming a standard feature in modern vehicles, especially in higher trims like the Volkswagen Golf MK7 Facelift R-Line.
However, sometimes you may encounter issues like a warning message on your dashboard indicating that you have an issue related to the dipped beam (right/left) headline.
Symptoms Of Failure
If you suddenly see a warning message in your Volkswagen Golf MK7, such as “Please Check Left Dipped Beam Headlight” or “Please Check Right Dipped Beam Headlight,” it might confuse you at first. It actually means that there is an issue with your headlight system.
Such warning messages most typically appear when the vehicle’s system detects a malfunction in the dipped beam, the low beam lights that are typically used for night driving. The issue is mainly related to the LED lighting itself.
In most of the cases that you would get these messages are if there is a fault with one of the dipped beam headlights, the affected LED light will stop functioning altogether.
The common warning messages you may encounter include:
- Fault: Vehicle lighting
- Please check left dipped beam headlight
- Please check right dipped beam headlight
- Check left dipped headlight beam!
- Check right dipped headlight beam!
- Check left main headlight beam!
- Check right main headlight beam!
- Error: Cornering light (AFS)
- Error: Dynamic cornering light
Why Did the Headlight Fail?
There are several potential reasons for a headlight failure, particularly when it comes to sophisticated systems like Adaptive LED headlights. Some of the most common causes include:
Physical or external damage: Some kind of physical damage to the headlights, either from an accident, road debris, or impact, can lead to the failure of the internal components.
Moisture or Water Damage: If water or moisture manages to seep into the headlight housing, it can damage the delicate internal electronics, causing the LED lights to malfunction.
Normal Lifespan Wear: Like any electronic component, LED modules have a finite lifespan. Over time, the LEDs can burn out or degrade in performance, leading to failure.
Electrical Issues: Problems with wiring, connectors, or the headlight control module can result in malfunctioning lights.
Faulty Sensors: The sensors that control the adaptive functions of the LED headlights might fail or send incorrect signals, leading to improper beam adjustments.
How to Fix the Issue?
If you’re encountering warning messages about your headlight system, it’s important to take action to replace the faulty module. First thing’s first, you’ll need to identify the part number of the defective headlight module. The most important thing is to ensure that you purchase the correct replacement part.
For your Golf MK7 Facelift R-Line, you can find a compatible LED module by checking the part number from your vehicle’s existing module. You can easily purchase the correct LED Module at Xenons4u. Once the new module is installed, it must be properly coded to your vehicle to work with the LED lighting system. This step is mandatory for the system to function correctly.
After the installation and coding are complete, you will no longer be troubled by any warning messages, and your LED headlights will operate as expected.
One more thing that you need to be mindful about is to use professional installation services if you’re doubtful about performing these tasks yourself.
Part Numbers & Compatibility List
Below, you can find the list of the compatible part numbers and cars:
Hardware part numbers
- HW: 7P5941572A
VW Ag part numbers
- 7P5.941.572.A
- 7P5941572A
- W7P5941572A
Keboda part numbers
- 1036050006
- LHC111 MAX
- LHC111MAX
Compatible VW Golf MK7 VII 5G Facelift headlamps
- 5G2 941 081C 5G2941081C
- Hella 1ZX 013 066-87 1ZX013066-87
- 5G2 941 082D 5G2941082D
- Hella 1ZX 013 066-28 1ZX013066-28
- 5G1 941 081 5G1941081
- Hella 1ZX 013 066-25 1ZX013066-25
- 5G1 941 082 5G1941082
- Hella 1ZX 013 066-26 1ZX013066-26
- 5G2 941 060C 5G2941060C
- Hella 1ZX 013.066-84 1ZX013066-84
- 5G2 941 060 5G2941060
- Hella 1ZX 013.066-24 1ZX013066-24
- 5G2 941 059 5G2941059
- 1ZX 013.066-23 1ZX013066-23
- 5G2 941 082 5G2941082
- 1ZX 013.066-28 1ZX 013066-28
- 5G2 941 081 5G2941081
- 1ZX 013.066-27 1ZX 013066-27
- 5G1941081B Hella 1ZX013066-65
Compatibility cars
- VW Golf e-Golf 5G 2014 -
- VW Golf MK7.5 Facelift 5G Hatchback 2018 -
- VW Golf MK7.5 BE 2014 - 2021
- VW Golf MK7.5 Facelift BQ 2017 - 2020
- VW Golf Sportvan AM 2014 - 2020
- VW Volkswagen Golf MK7 7 VII MK7.5 Facelift Hatchback
- 2017 2018 2019 2020
- 1.2 1.4 TSI BlueMotion 1.6 1.8 FSI GTE GTI R-Line petrol gasoline
- 1.6 2.0 TDI BlueMotion GTD Prestige diesel
- VW Golf Sportsvan 2018 2019 2020
