When to replace the Headlight Bulb on your SKODA OCTAVIA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
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This replacement procedure can be used for:
SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.8 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI G-TEC, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.8 TSI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TDI / TDI RS 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.2 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.4 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.0 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI RS, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.5 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 1.6 TDI 4x4, SKODA Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) 2.0 TSI 4x4 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 Octavia III Hatchback (5E3, NL3, NR3) and other SKODA models
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Tools
Replacement: headlight bulb – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3). Tools you might need:
Electronic spray
Flat screwdriver
Replacement: headlight bulb – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3). 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 – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3). Use the following procedure:
  1. Step 1
    Switch off the ignition. Open the hood.
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    Remove the headlight rear cover.
  2. Step 3
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    Detach the bulb holder by turning it by ~30°. Remove the holder from the headlight mounting seat.
  3. Step 4
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    Remove the old bulb. Use a flat screwdriver. Check the condition of the bulb holder terminals. Replace if necessary.
    Replacement: headlight bulb – SKODA OCTAVIA (5E3). AUTODOC recommends:
    Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder.
  4. Step 5
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    Install 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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