2008 AUDI A5 headlight bulb

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WARNING
•
Take particular care when working on components in the
engine compartment if the engine is warm - risk of burns!
•
Bulbs are sensitive to pressure. The glass can break when you
touch the bulb, causing injury.
•
Incorrect handling of the high-voltage element of xenon gas-
discharge bulbs* can have potentially fatal consequences.
•
When changing bulbs, please take care not to injure yourself on
sharp edges, in particular on the headlight housing.Caution
•
Always remove the ignition key before carrying out any work on
the electrical system - danger of short circuiting!
•
Switch off the lights or parking lights before you change a bulb.
•
Take good care to avoid damaging any components.
•
Removing the lights in particular can lead to the paintwork
becoming damaged. This is another reason why we recommend
having the bulbs changed by a qualified workshop.For the sake of the environment
Please ask your specialist retailer how to dispose of used bulbs in
the proper manner.
Note
Place the parts you have removed on a soft cloth so that they do not
become scratched.
•
Please check at regular intervals that all lighting (especially the
exterior lighting) on your vehicle is functioning properly. This is not
only in the interest of your own safety, but also in that of all other
road users.
•
Before changing a bulb, make sure you have the correct new
bulb.
•
Do not touch the glass part of the bulb with your bare hands, use
a cloth or paper towel instead. Otherwise, the fingerprints left on
the glass will vaporise as a result of the heat generated by the bulb,
be deposited on the reflector and impair its surface.
Bulbs with a bayonet fastenerBulbs with a bayonet fastener must be changed as follows:
Removing the bulb
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb holder, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
– Do not touch the glass part of the new bulb with your
bare hands, use a cloth or paper towel instead.
Fitting the bulb
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb holder, and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
– If necessary, use a cloth to remove any fingerprints from
the glass part of the bulb.
Reversing lights
W 16 W
Rear fog light
H 21 W
Number plate lights
5 W
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Fuses and bulbs 278Bulb holders with a bayonet fastenerIn the case of bulb holders with a bayonet fastener please
proceed as follows:
Removing the bulb holder
– Turn the bulb holder in the direction of the arrow
⇒fig. 257 as far as it will go and then take the bulb
holder out of the light unit.
Fitting the bulb holder
– Insert the bulb holder into the light unit, making sure you
keep the bulb holder straight, i.e. the rubber seal makes
even contact all around.
– Turn the bulb holder in the direction indicated by the
arrow ⇒fig. 257 as far as it will go.
Changing bulbs for headlightsRemoving and installing headlightsThe description for removing the headlight refers to the left
headlight; in principle the same procedure applies to the
right headlight.
Removing
– Switch off the ignition and the lights.
– Open the bonnet.
Fig. 257 Diagram: Bulb
holder with a bayonet
fastener
AA
AB
Fig. 258 Trim panel:
Attachment points are
marked by arrowsFig. 259 Headlight
unit: Attachment
points are marked by
arrows
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– Take the screwdriver and the interchangeable Torx socket
out of the vehicle tool kit.
– Remove the screws ⇒page 278, fig. 258 that secure the
trim panel to the lock carrier and detach the trim panel.
– Slacken the two screws that secure the headlight to the
lock carrier and the screw at the underside of the head-
light (this screw is located between the cover and the
rubber cap and should not be slackened more than ten
turns) ⇒page 278, fig. 259.
– Carefully pull the headlight forward about 60 mm.
– Release and unplug the electrical connector.
– Carefully take the headlight out towards the front (swivel
it slightly if necessary).
Installing
– Perform all of the above steps in reverse sequence.The headlight must be inserted in two guides (on the underside of
the headlight). This is the only way to ensure that the headlight is
installed in the correct position. To determine whether the headlight
is correctly installed, check that it is aligned flush with adjacent
body parts (such as the wing panel).
Do not interchange the securing screws.
Caution
Please take particular care not to damage or scratch the adjacent
parts of the body when removing or installing the headlights.
Applies to vehicles: with halogen main beam headlightsRemoving bulb for main beam headlights– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Take off the rubber cap ⇒fig. 260 ⇒ in “Changing
bulbs” on page 276.
– Press the connector in the direction of the arrow
⇒fig. 261.
– Remove the connector together with the bulb from the
headlight housing.
– Disconnect the connector from the base of the bulb
⇒ in “Changing bulbs” on page 276.
Fig. 260 Headlight
unit: Rubber cap is
highlightedFig. 261 Bulb holder
for main beam head-
lights
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Fuses and bulbs 280Applies to vehicles: with halogen main beam headlightsInstalling the bulb for the main beam headlights
When installing a bulb, the lug on the base of the bulb
must be inserted into the appropriate mounting on the
bulb housing.– Attach the new bulb to the connector ⇒ in “Changing
bulbs” on page 276.
– Insert the bulb carefully into the bulb housing. Start by
placing the base of the bulb directly behind one of the
retaining hooks so that the lug fits into the recess on the
bulb housing.– Press the connector in the direction of the arrow
⇒fig. 263 until the bulb engages.
– Check that the bulb is securely seated in the bulb
housing.
– Fit the rubber cap and install the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.
– Have the headlight settings checked.
Note
Ensure that the rubber cap is seated correctly so that no water can
enter the unit.Applies to vehicles: with halogen dipped headlightsRemoving bulb for dipped headlights
Fig. 262 Bulb with
connector: The lug on
the base of the bulb is
highlightedFig. 263 Fitting bulb
for main beam head-
lights
Fig. 264 Headlight
unit: Cover
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– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Swivel the retaining clip of the cover upwards.
– Take off the cover ⇒page 280, fig. 264 ⇒ in
“Changing bulbs” on page 276.
– Press the connector in the direction of the arrow
⇒fig. 265.
– Remove the connector together with the bulb from the
headlight housing.
– Disconnect the connector from the base of the bulb
⇒ in “Changing bulbs” on page 276.
Applies to vehicles: with halogen dipped headlightsInstalling bulb for dipped headlights
When installing a bulb, the lug on the base of the bulb
must be inserted into the appropriate mounting on the
bulb housing.– Attach the new bulb to the connector ⇒ in “Changing
bulbs” on page 276.
– Insert the bulb carefully into the bulb housing. Start by
placing the base of the bulb directly behind one of the
retaining hooks so that the lug fits into the recess on the
bulb housing.
Fig. 265 Bulb holder
for dipped headlights
Fig. 266 Bulb with
connector: The lug on
the base of the bulb is
highlightedFig. 267 Inserting bulb
for dipped headlights
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– Press the connector in the direction of the arrow
⇒page 281, fig. 267 until the bulb engages.
– Check that the bulb is securely seated in the bulb
housing.
– Fit the cover and swivel the retaining clip downwards.
– Install the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.
– Have the headlight settings checked.Applies to vehicles: with xenon headlight bulbsChanging bulb for turn signalsThe bulb is secured in the bulb carrier with a bayonet
fastener.
– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Take off the rubber cap (small cover) and remove the bulb
carrier.
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
– Do not touch the glass part of the new bulb with your
bare hands, use a cloth or paper towel instead.
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb carrier, and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
– If necessary, use a cloth to remove any fingerprints from
the glass part of the bulb.
– Insert the bulb carrier into the headlight.Note
Ensure that the rubber cap is seated correctly so that no water can
enter the unit.Applies to vehicles: with halogen dipped headlightsChanging bulb for side lightsRemoving bulb for side lights
– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Swivel the retaining clip of the cover upwards.
– Take off the cover ⇒page 280, fig. 264 ⇒page 280 ⇒
in “Changing bulbs” on page 276.
– Grasp the bulb holder by the handle ⇒fig. 268 and pull it
out.
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
Installing bulb for side lights
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb holder and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
Fig. 268 Bulb holder
for side lights is high-
lighted
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– Use a clean cloth to remove any fingerprints from the
glass part of the bulb.
– Insert the bulb carrier into the headlight.
– Fit the cover and swivel the retaining clip downwards.
– Install the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.Changing bulb for front fog lightsPreparations
The description for changing the bulb refers to the left fog
light; in principle the same procedure applies to the right
fog light.
– Switch off the ignition and the lights.
– Detach the trim cover ⇒fig. 269 (pull it carefully in the
direction of the arrow).
– Remove the two securing screws ⇒fig. 270 and pull the
fog light unit out of the bumper.
– Unplug the electrical connector.
CautionThe trim cover is secured to the bumper by several retaining hooks.
Do not use force when removing the trim cover to avoid damaging
it.Changing bulb– Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise ⇒page 278 and take
it out of the fog light housing.
Fig. 269 Trim cover for
fog lightFig. 270 Screws
securing fog light
Fig. 271 Front fog
light: Bulb holder is
highlighted
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Index 302AABS
SeeAnti-lock brake system . . . . . . . . . 18
AC mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98, 107
Acceleration figures
SeePerformance, weights and
dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Trailer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211
Adapter for anti-theft wheel bolts . . . . . 264
adaptive light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Defective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
advanced key
Locking and unlocking the vehicle . . . 45
START ENGINE STOP button . . . . . . . 118
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Switching on the ignition . . . . . . . . . . 118
Air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93, 101
AC mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
See alsoDeluxe automatic air conditioner
93
Air recirculation mode
Deluxe automatic air conditioner . . . . 97
Deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . .
106
Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Deactivating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Front airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Head-protection airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Key-operated switch for front passenger's
airbag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180Triggering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Alterations to the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Alternator
Fault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Anti-dazzle interior mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Anti-freeze additive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Anti-knock properties of petrol . . . . . . . . 227
Anti-lock brake system
How the system works . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Anti-theft alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Interior monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Tow-away protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Anti-theft wheel bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Armrest (front)
Adjusting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Ashtrays
Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Audi hold assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Warning lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Auto Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Auto-check control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic air conditioner plus
SeeDeluxe automatic air conditioner plus
101
Automatic gearbox
Manual release (multitronic®) . . . . . . 136
multitronic® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Safety interlock for ignition key . . . . 116Selector lever positions (multitronic®) . . .
131
Steering wheel with tiptronic controls . . .
135
Automatic headlight control . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Auxiliary heating
Deluxe automatic air conditioner plus . . .
111
Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Running time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Switching on/off immediately . . . . . . 112
Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Average fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Average speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Axle weights
SeePerformance, weights and
dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
BBattery
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Low charge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Power level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Power management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Replacing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Winter conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Battery power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Bayonet fastener
Bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Bulb holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Belt tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
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