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How to change the front headlight bulbs on an Audi A3

Model: Audi A3 8P, MK 2 - Years: 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Headlight bulb

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Learn how to change the front headlight bulbs on an Audi A3. Open the front bonnet by pulling the lever located at the bottom right of the dashboard and secure it with the prop. Locate the plastic inspection cap of the headlight (located at the rear of the headlight) and remove it. You will find the bulbs with the plastic bulb holders; pull the bulb holders out of the headlight and extract the damaged bulbs using a screwdriver.

Install the new bulbs (always ensure the correct type and size) and insert the bulb holder back into the headlight housing. Refit all removed parts.


Updated on 13 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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