Type 25 Square Headlight Conversion Kit (European Beam Pattern)

Front grille fixing pin used to secure the headlight grille to the front panel on Volkswagen T3/T25 and LT models. Manufactured in black metal to match the original factory style, these pins provide a secure and neat installation for the front grille assembly.

Over time the original pins often rust, become damaged, or go missing during grille removal and maintenance. Replacing worn fixing pins helps keep the grille correctly aligned and prevents vibration or loose fitting panels.

These pins fit into the upper section of the grille and are used together with the rubber retaining washer on the reverse side of the grille. The matching rubber washer is part number 251853735.

Supplied individually, 5 fixing pins are required per grille for a complete installation.

Specifications

• Front grille fixing pin
• Colour: Black
• Material: Metal
• Fitting Position: Upper grille
• Quantity Supplied: Sold individually
• Quantity Required: 5 per grille
• Matching Rubber Washer: 251853735

Vehicle Fitment

Watercooled VW

• VW T3/T25 Transporter, Caravelle and Camper 1979-1992
  • 1.6 Petrol
  • 1.7 Diesel
  • 1.9 Petrol
  • 2.0 Petrol
  • 2.1 Petrol
  • 1.6 Diesel
• VW LT Mk1 1975-1996
  • 2.0 Petrol
  • 2.4 Diesel
  • 2.4 Petrol
  • 2.7 Diesel

Common Fault Symptoms

• Missing grille fixing pins
• Loose or rattling front grille
• Damaged or rusty grille fasteners
• Poor grille alignment
• Grille vibrating while driving

Additional Parts Recommended

• Rubber retaining washer 251853735
• Front grille clips
• Headlight grille surround
• Front grille screws and fittings
• Replacement front grille

This retaining clip is designed specifically for securing the upper front grille on Volkswagen Type 25 (T3) buses. Each clip holds a grille fixing pin firmly in place, ensuring the front grille remains tightly mounted to the vehicle body.

Over time, original clips can become brittle or lost during routine servicing—these reproduction clips offer an ideal replacement to restore proper grille alignment and security.

Fitment Details:

• Location: Upper front grille

• 5 clips required per grille

• Sold individually

These clips are essential for keeping your T3’s front end looking tidy and correctly aligned. Suitable for all VW Type 25/T3 vans across the entire production range from 1979 to 1992.

Applications:

• VW Type 25 / T3: 1979–1992

Legal in countries that drive on the right hand side of the road. These square headlights are for use on all Type 25 Buses that were originally installed with Square Headlights.

CE marked.

Euro spec H4 lights

If you have round headlights fitted to your Bus then you can convert to Square Headlights with one of our Square Headlamp Conversion Kits.

Replace that worn out square headlight grille with this brand new replacement item or buy in conjunction with the all new square headlight conversion kit to change your round headlight T25/T3 into square headlights.

Badge sold separately

Badgeless version also available.

Fixing clips available separately.

When converting your T3 or Type 25 from round to the square headlights you`ll need this conversion bracket to support the tabs on the headlight

Quality: Made in house at Cool Air 

Quantity: Sold each, 2 required  

Fitting: Requires drilling and rivetting to the seam behind the grill

Applications:

VW Type 25 or T3: 1979 – 1992

Inner headlight bulb for the square headlights on a T25/T3 (High beam)

12 Volt Sidelight Bulb

Sold each.

12 volt 3 prong halogen headlamp bulb

These are a great upgrade from the original 45w fish bowl style as they are brighter and do not require any wiring upgrades, they just plug straight in.

Quality: Good quality 

Quantity: Sold each 

Fitment: 12 volt 

Applications:

VW Beetle: 1968 – 1979

VW Splitscreen Van: 1967

VW Baywindow Van: 1968 – 1979

VW Type 25 or T3: 1979 – 1992

VW Karmann Ghia: 1968 – 1974

VW Type 3: 1968 – 1973

VW Trekker: 1968 – 1983

VW Buggy + Baja: 1968 – 1979