How to replace brake light bulb for Audi A3 (8P)
Model years: 2003 - 2013
Brake light is a lamp section fitted at the rear-end of the car, which emits red light at the time brake pedal is pressed. Put differently, it is there to draw attention, that the driver is about to slow down the vehicle or come to a complete stop. Brake light bulb proper functioning is a responsibility of a driver , otherwise vehicle speed reductions might by difficult to notice. Supposing brake lights are not working, other road users might be unable to predict vehicle ahead is about to stop and high possibility to cause a road accident might emerge. When noticed, that the brake light has gone out, exchange the bulb with the new one with no hesitation. Before repairing failed brake light, make sure you hold a genuine bulb.
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.
Audi A3 brake light bulb list:
| Body type | Position | Bulb specs | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Three-door hatchback | Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (W16W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/16W | Amazon.com: $6.99pair Amazon.co.uk: £3.48pair |
| Five-door hatchback | |||
| Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (W16W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/16W | Amazon.com: $6.99pair Amazon.co.uk: £3.48pair | |
| Convertible | Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (W16W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/16W | Amazon.com: $6.99pair Amazon.co.uk: £3.48pair |
How to replace brake light bulb:
1.
Open the trunk.
2.
Remove rear lights cluster cover.
3.
Pull out the lights assembly.
4.
Locate brake light bulb.
5.
Remove old bulb.
6.
Insert the replacement bulb.
7.
Apply rear lights cluster back.
8.
Apply rear lights cluster cover.
9.
Test if brake lights work.
