OVERVIEW
Genuine VW/Audi N-011-522-21 is an individual flat washer for the original center high-mount stop-lamp mounting attachment in the New Beetle applications listed below. The archive photograph shows the single washer supplied.
Technical details and contents
- Factory part number: N-011-522-21 / N01152221.
- Component type: flat mounting washer.
- Verified application: assigned high-mount stop-lamp fastening point.
- Quantity supplied: one washer.
- Lamp, fastener, gasket and trim are separate.
Function at the lamp attachment
The washer provides the intended bearing interface at the assigned lamp mounting connection. It works with the specified fastener and original lamp attachment. Correct placement matters because the mounting hardware must seat without distorting the retained component.
A washer with a similar appearance may have a different hole size, thickness or bearing area. Select the factory number for the connection rather than choosing hardware only by appearance. This listing does not include an electrical component or a lamp seal.
Common reasons to replace
- The washer is missing after high-mount stop-lamp service.
- The washer has been lost while the lamp or nearby trim was removed.
- The bearing surface is distorted or damaged.
- Corrosion prevents the washer from seating correctly.
- An incorrect substitute washer has been installed.
Inspect the lamp housing, mounting points, fasteners and gasket before assembly. A new washer will not correct a cracked housing, damaged fastening boss, failed lamp or leaking gasket. Diagnose the underlying problem and replace the affected components as required.
Vehicle fitment
The table distinguishes Coupe and Convertible assignments. These body styles have separate catalog notes, so the Coupe year range must not be extended using the Convertible entry. Match the original high-mount stop-lamp fastening arrangement.
| Vehicle | Model years | Engine | Configuration | Application restrictions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 1998–2005 | 2.0L gasoline inline-four or 1.9L TDI diesel inline-four | Type 1C Coupe; Manual or automatic; front-wheel drive; body-mounted lamp hardware | Original center high-mount stop-lamp mounting washer. Match the factory lamp and its assigned fastening point. Other lamp washers or later Coupe assignments are not included in this row. |
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 1999–2005 | 1.8L turbocharged gasoline inline-four | Type 1C Coupe; Manual or automatic; front-wheel drive; body-mounted lamp hardware | Original center high-mount stop-lamp mounting washer. Match the factory lamp and its assigned fastening point. Other lamp washers or later Coupe assignments are not included in this row. |
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 2003–2005 | 2.0L gasoline inline-four or 1.8L turbocharged gasoline inline-four | Type 1Y Convertible; Manual or automatic; front-wheel drive; body-mounted lamp hardware | Original center high-mount stop-lamp mounting washer. Match the factory lamp and its assigned fastening point. Other lamp washers or later Coupe assignments are not included in this row. |
| Volkswagen New Beetle | 2006–2010 | 2.5L gasoline inline-five | Type 1Y Convertible; Manual or automatic; front-wheel drive; body-mounted lamp hardware | Original center high-mount stop-lamp mounting washer. Match the factory lamp and its assigned fastening point. Other lamp washers or later Coupe assignments are not included in this row. |
Installation guidance
Follow the factory procedure for removing and installing the high-mount stop lamp on the exact body style. Protect adjacent paint and trim, keep track of the small mounting pieces and check any disturbed gasket before reassembly.
Place the washer at its original assigned fastening point. Align the lamp and start the correct fastener by hand. Follow the lamp-specific tightening instruction; excessive tightening can damage a plastic housing or its mounting features.
After assembly, check lamp operation and confirm that the housing and surrounding trim are seated correctly. If the repair involved water entry, complete the appropriate sealing checks. The washer alone is not a substitute for a damaged lamp gasket.
Ordering information
This listing supplies one genuine washer. Confirm the required quantity for the lamp and retain or replace the other mounting components as needed. Stop lamp, bulbs, wiring, screws, gasket and a complete fitting kit are not included.