VW Volkswagen Passat B6 Saloon Rear Lamp Wiring Cable Right O/S 3C5945096H

VW Volkswagen Passat B6 Saloon Rear Lamp Wiring Cable Right O/S is an original electrical system component designed for the right rear lamp of the Passat B6 saloon. Thanks to its factory-fit design, the wiring harness ensures a stable electrical connection and proper lighting operation, which translates into safety and compliance with regulations. It is a practical solution for post-collision repairs, lamp replacement, or damage to the factory installation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: 3C5945096H-1
• Mark: Volkswagen
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: 3C5945096H
• Substitutable numbers: 3C5945096H, 3C5 945 096 H
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Wire Harness
• Category: Wiring Harnesses, Cables & Connectors

Purpose and function in the lighting system

The presented wiring harness is a component from the Wires, harnesses, and connectors group, responsible for transmitting power and control signals to the right rear lamp in the saloon body style. The vehicle placement, defined as rear – right side, allows for clear identification of the installation area and reduces the risk of errors when selecting parts.

The harness enables the correct operation of all lamp functions, such as the position light, brake light, turn signal, or license plate lighting (depending on the vehicle configuration), ensuring stable contacts and proper cable routing within the trunk area.

Construction and fit for the Volkswagen Passat B6 Saloon

The component has been designed specifically for the electrical architecture of the Passat B6 saloon version, which means:

• factory connectors matching the right rear lamp and the vehicle's installation,
• appropriate cable length adjusted to the body geometry,
• manufacturer-intended routing and mounting points for the harness.

As a result, the installation is carried out in an orderly manner, without the need for modifications, soldering, or the use of adapters, which reduces the risk of future electrical faults.

Benefits of using an original wiring harness

Using a dedicated rear lamp wiring harness on the right side of a Passat B6 offers a number of practical benefits:

• Seamless compatibility with the factory Volkswagen electrical system,
• preservation of the correct wire sequence and color coding, facilitating diagnostics and any future repairs,
• reduced risk of connection errors compared to universal solutions,
• aesthetic cable routing inside the body, without makeshift workarounds.

This is particularly important for vehicles that have experienced issues with intermittent lighting, error messages on the dashboard, or signs of previous unprofessional installation repairs.

Condition, service application, and installation

The offered wiring harness comes from dismantling and is a used component, which allows for economical repair while maintaining the original build quality characteristic of the Volkswagen brand. It is a good solution for:

• repairs after mechanical damage to the rear of the vehicle,
• replacing a lamp with a functional one when the factory harness has been frayed or burnt,
• restoring the installation to a near-factory state after previous modifications.

Due to the factory connectors, installation is usually limited to swapping the harness and plugging it into the existing sockets, which shortens work time and facilitates servicing.

Related components and additional information

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear lighting zone in your Volkswagen and need other components from the same group, such as additional harnesses, connectors, or cable sections, check the available parts in the Volkswagen wires, harnesses, and connectors category.

If you are considering a wider car upgrade, including improving interior comfort, it is worth checking out the guide on replacing seats with branded parts from dismantling – you will find practical tips in the article Interior metamorphosis: how branded seats from dismantling improve comfort and car value.