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Installation of Aftermarket Xenon Headlight Accessory Kit

Model: Audi A6 MK 2, C5 - Years 1997-2004
Part: Xenon headlight kit

For this operation, obtain the headlight conversion kit. Open the hood and remove the airbox to access the screws of the headlight assembly. Disassemble the entire assembly. Remove the cover, take out the socket, remove the spring and the bulb from the headlight. Using pliers, bend the terminals of the bulb's retaining spring. Open the package of the new bulb, eliminating the packaging, and absolutely without touching the glass bulb with your hands, insert the bulb into the headlight, paying attention to the reference notches; the bulb must be installed precisely and in the correct orientation. Close the retaining spring and insert the socket onto the bulb connector. Reinstall the metal cover, close it, and verify proper operation.

Updated on 6 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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