How to replace brake light bulb for Audi TT (Mk1)
Model years: 1998 - 2006
Brake light is a lamp located at the rear light cluster of the car, emitting red light whenever driver make use of brakes. Put another way, it is a notification the driver is going to reduce the speed or will achieve a full stop. Making sure brake lights are operating is a responsibility of a driver to make sure slowing down the vehicle is easily observable by others. As a consequence of burned out brake light bulb, the reaction time of driver in the back increases and high possibility to cause a road accident might emerge. If you became aware of the fact, that the brake light has gone out, do not postpone and replace the bulb in the short run. Before getting ready to fix dead brake light, be assured 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.
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.
Brake light bulb replacement instructions for:
TT (2006 - present)