How to replace headlight bulb for Audi Q5 five-door crossover SUV (8R)
Model years: 2008 - present
To assure your vehicle is visible to others it's advisable to examine the condition of headlights. As a rule down headlight is an outcome of an idle bulb, what will result in reduced road visibility after the sunset. In parallel your car visibility will also be reduced in respect of other drivers. When noticed, that the headlight has failed, get a new bulb and replace the old one immediately. When preparing to repair failed, make sure you purchase suitable bulb. Whenever detected the headlight failure on stranger's automobile, please be responsible and tell the driver about it. The trouble might be obviated.
The life-time of a bulb is limited. Sooner or later, it will burn out and will have to be replaced. Bulbs, made of high quality materials, tend to last longer. It's recommended to use well known brand replacement bulbs.
If bulb burns out right after installation, your vehicle might have a problem inside electrical system - have it checked by auto electrician.
Tip: Never touch glass housing of a halogen bulb with your fingers. Greasy spots might cause premature failure of the bulb. Handle the bulb by its base or use a piece of clean paper when installing.
How to replace headlight bulb:
1.
Open the hood.
2.
Disconnect the headlight's wiring that supplies power to a bulb (usually no tools are needed, use you hands).
3.
Remove the bulb cover by turning it counter-clockwise till it can be easily pulled out.
4.
Swing open the bulb retention clip by gripping and pressing it using your fingers.
5.
Remove old headlight bulb.
6.
Insert the replacement bulb regarding the notches on both, the holder and the bulb itself. Do not touch the glass part of the bulb as it might fail prematurely.
7.
Attach bulb retention clip.
8.
Apply bulb cover back.
9.
Plug the wiring back in.
10.
Test if headlights work.
