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How to Replace the Rear Headlight Bulb on an Audi A3

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

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How do you replace a rear headlight bulb on an Audi A3? Let's see how to proceed in this video. This is a very simple operation; open the boot and carefully remove the plastic cover from the side trim.

Unscrew the retaining pins of the lamp using a socket wrench with the appropriate socket, then extract the headlight using your hands from the car's bodywork. Disconnect the power connectors.

Once the rear headlight is removed, replace the damaged bulbs with new ones. After completing this operation, reassemble everything in reverse order.

Finally, check the correct functioning of the lights.


Updated on 25 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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