In this guide, we show you step by step how to replace the rear light and fender on your VMAX e-scooter VX2 PRO yourself.
Required tools
- Phillips screwdriver
- Hex key 2.5 mm
- Hex key 3.0 mm
- Wrench 7 mm
- Scissors
- Heat shrink tubing (or alternatively electrical tape)
- Optional: Spray adhesive or hot glue
- Optional: Thread
You can find the suitable fender here: View fender
Instructions
Open the front maintenance cover
The replacement of your rear light starts at the front of the scooter. Behind the front maintenance cover is the connection of your scooter.
To remove the maintenance cover, you need to unscrew 2 screws each from the top and bottom of the scooter.
Disconnect the rear light connection
Cut open the heat shrink tubing and unplug your rear light.
It's best to tie a piece of thread to the plug right away, so you can pull it through the frame more easily later.
Loosen the fender
Then loosen your fender.
If you are riding a VX2, you can skip the next two steps. These are additionally necessary for the VX2 PRO.
Remove the motor cover and rubber plugs
With the VX2 PRO, you also need to remove the support brace now.
To do this, remove the rubber plugs on both sides of the motor cover and then unscrew the motor cover using the hex key.
Disconnect the support brace from the frame
Now disconnect the support brace from the frame.
While doing this, hold the nut with the wrench and loosen the screw with the hex key.
Pull out the rear light and fender
Now you can pull the rear light along with the fender out of the scooter.
Immediately untie the thread and let it rest in the scooter for now.
Dismantle rear light cable and folding hook
Now you can disconnect the rear light cable on the inside of the fender.
If you are replacing the fender, also dismantle the folding mechanism hook now.
Install new rear light and pull through the cable
Once you have installed the new rear light or mounted your old rear light into the new fender, you can attach the thread to the plug of the new light.
Then pull the cable through the frame towards the front.
Reassemble all components
Then reassemble all elements at the back of your scooter.
Before plugging in the new light, pull the heat shrink tubing over the cable.
Check result
After reassembly, check whether the rear light is correctly connected and functions reliably. Also check that the fender is securely attached, the support brace is neatly mounted, and the folding mechanism is still working properly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions about this repair.
Why does the replacement of the rear light start at the front of the scooter?
Because the connection of the rear light is located behind the front maintenance cover. Only there can you disconnect the cable cleanly and reconnect it later.
What is the thread useful for during removal?
The thread helps you to pull the plug of the new rear light more easily through the frame later. This saves time and significantly facilitates the installation.
Do I have to remove the support brace on the VX2 PRO?
Yes, on the VX2 PRO this step is necessary in order to cleanly remove the fender and rear light. The old instructions explicitly mention that these steps are only necessary for the VX2 PRO.