In this step-by-step guide, we will show you how to replace the rear light and mudguard on your VMAX VX5 e-scooter yourself.
Tools required
- Allen key 2.5 mm
- Allen key 3 mm
- Phillips screwdriver
- Heat-shrink tubing (alternatively insulating tape)
- Hot air dryer or lighter
- Scissors or knife
- Optional: spray adhesive or hot glue
Instructions
Loosen the mudguard screw connection
First loosen the mudguard screw connection. To do this, remove the four screws on the mudguard.
You can loosen the strut if you also remove the rear axle cover.
Remove the rubber mat and running board cover
Now pull off the rubber mat of your running board. Then remove the running board cover.
Expose the rear light cable in the running board
Remove the cable protection inside the footboard and locate the cable for the rear light.
Loosen the heat-shrink tubing here and unplug the rear light.
Detach the wiring on the inside of the mudguard
Detach the wiring of the rear light on the inside of the mudguard.
Work carefully so that the cable is not damaged or bent unnecessarily.
Replacing the rear light or mudguard
As soon as the screw connection and wiring have been loosened, you can remove the defective rear light or mudguard and insert the new component.
Guide the cable cleanly back through the guide provided and pay attention to it, that it is laid correctly.
Reconnect the rear light and protect the cable
Reconnect the rear light and then insulate the connection again with heat-shrink tubing or alternatively with insulating tape.
Use a hot air gun or carefully a lighter to fix the heat-shrink tubing properly.
Refit the footboard and mudguard
Replace the cable guard and refit the footboard cover and rubber mat.
Then secure the mudguard and the strut neatly back in place.
Check the result
After reassembly, check that all relevant parts are correctly fitted and working properly. In particular, check that the mudguard is firmly in place and that the rear light is working.
Frequently asked questions
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about this repair.
Do I really have to remove the rubber mat to access the rear light cable?
According to these instructions, yes, because only then can you remove the footboard cover and access the rear light wiring.
Can I use insulating tape instead of heat-shrink tubing?
Yes, the old procedure explicitly mentions insulating tape as an alternative. Shrink tubing is usually the cleaner solution, but insulating tape can also be used.
What do I do if the rear light does not work after assembly?
First check the plug connection and the insulation of the cable connection again. If the rear light still does not work, the wiring should be checked more closely.