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How to change headlight bulb on AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) – replacement guide
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Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.7 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 6.0 W12 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.2 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 2.8 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 2.8 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S 8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.7 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 6.0 W12 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.2 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 TDI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 FSI quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 2.8 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 2.8 FSI, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 4.2 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) S 8 quattro, AUDI A8 (4E2, 4E8) 3.0 quattro … View more
The steps may slightly vary depending on the car design.
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All the parts you need to replace – Headlight Bulb for A8 (4E2, 4E8) and other AUDI models
Headlight bulb
Bulb, spotlight
Alternative products

Electronic spray
Flat screwdriver
Replacement: headlight bulb – AUDI A8 (4E_). Professionals recommend:
- The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right headlight bulbs.
- Replace the bulbs in both headlights at a time.
- All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: headlight bulb – AUDI A8 (4E_). Use the following procedure:
- Step 1Switch off the ignition. Open the hood.Step 2Remove the headlight rear cover.
- Step 3Detach the bulb holder by turning it by ~30°. Remove the holder from the headlight mounting seat.
- Step 4Remove the old bulb. Use a flat screwdriver. Check the condition of the bulb holder terminals. Replace if necessary.Replacement: headlight bulb – AUDI A8 (4E_). AUTODOC recommends:Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder.
- Step 5Install a new bulb into the holder.AUTODOC recommends:Avoid touching the bulb glass. The finger marks left on it may cause failure.
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