Audi A2 Headlights: Removal and Installation

Removing and installing headlights

Special tools and workshop equipment required

t	Protective cover for bonnet Audi A2 -VAS 6011-

Removing

–	Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

–	Turn light switch to “0” position.

–	Wash and rub dry the outside of the bonnet.

–	Release the service flap from inside.

–	Release the bonnet -arrows- and pull it forwards slightly.

–	Fit the protective cover -VAS 6011- over the bonnet.

Note

Do not stand the bonnet on end.

–	Detach the bonnet and set it down on the protective cover -VAS 6011-.

Note

To avoid damaging the paintwork, use adhesive tape to mask the bumper in the area of the headlight.

–	Remove bolts -2-.

–	Detach headlight from its mountings at the points indicated by the -arrows-; for this purpose, push the headlight towards the centre of the vehicle.

–	Detach electrical connector and remove headlight.

Note

Ignore -item 3-.

Installing

Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:

–	Install headlight in mountings -1- on lock carrier.

Note

Ignore -item 2-.

–	Check alignment of headlight to body contours (gap widths). Re-align if necessary → Chapter.

–	Following installation, adjust the headlights → Booklet809.

Tightening torque

Component	Nm
Headlight to lock carrier	6

Audi A2 Service and Repair Manuals