Audi Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair
Low Beam Headlamp, Replacing Bulb

Halogen Headlamps

CAUTION!
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

‹› Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.

‹› Switch the ignition off.

‹› Disconnect the battery Ground (GND) strap.

‹› After reconnecting vehicle battery, re-code and check operation of anti-theft radio. Also check operation of clock and power windows

according to Repair Information and/or Owner's Manual.

‹› Steps after reconnecting voltage supply =>  See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Description and Operation/Battery. 

Low Beam Headlamp, Replacing Bulb

Removing

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Remove headlamp => [ Halogen Headlamps ].

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Remove housing cover from headlamp housing.

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Disconnect harness connector - 1 - at low beam bulb. 

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Disengage wire clamp - 2 - and remove bulb -  3 - from housing.

Installing

Installation is reverse of removal, paying attention to the following: 

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Insert new bulb into housing, do not touch glass portion with bare hands.

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Secure bulb using wire clamp.

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Reconnect harness connector and close housing cover.

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Secure housing cover using wire clamp.