How to replace brake light bulb for Audi A5 (8T)
Model years: 2007 - present
Brake light is a beam of light at the rear-end of the vehicle, emitting red light every time driver applies brakes. Generally, it is an indication, that the driver is about to slow down the vehicle or will terminate moving at all. Appropriate condition of brake lights is significant to assure safety of you and the other drivers. Supposing brake lights are not working, the driver at the back is less acute to speed changes of the car in front , consequently road accident or even multiple crash can occur. If you noticed, that no red beam comes from any of brake lights, do not postpone and replace the bulb in the short run. Prior to repairing broken brake light, assure you have an adequate 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 A5 brake light bulb list:
| Body type | Position | Bulb specs | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coupe | Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W | Amazon.com: $7.46pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.94pair |
| Cabriolet | |||
| Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W | Amazon.com: $7.46pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.94pair | |
| Sportback | Brakelight | Type: Single Filament Bulb (P21W) Voltage / Watts: 12V/21W | Amazon.com: $7.46pair Amazon.co.uk: £5.94pair |
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.
