Replacing Main Beam Bulb (Gas-Discharge Headlight) - Audi A3 1997 Service

Audi A3 1997 ➤
Electrical system - Edition 10.2003
Removing
- Remove headlight => Page
- Detach cover from headlight housing.
- -> Unplug connector -1- at gas-discharge lamp by turning anti-clockwise -arrow-.
- -> Detach retaining ring -1- for gas-discharge lamp by turning anti-clockwise -arrow-.
- Pull gas-discharge lamp out of headlight housing.
Installing
Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:
Notes:
◆ Heed installation position: Lug at top of bulb holder must engage in recess of bulb.
◆ Retaining ring can only be fitted in one position.
- Insert new bulb in housing, taking care not to touch glass bulb with bare hands.
- Secure gas-discharge lamp with retaining ring.
- Re-attach connector and close housing cover.
- Install headlight => Page

2.12 - Replacing main beam bulb (gas-discharge headlight)

• Preparation for bulb replacement => Page
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Removing
- Detach cover from headlight housing.
- -> Unplug connector -3- at main beam bulb.
- Disengage spring clip -2- and take bulb -1- out of housing.
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