Headlights, removing and installing:: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Audi S4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Caution high voltage!

Make sure to disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap before performing work on parts of High intensity gas discharge (xenon) headlights marked with yellow high voltage symbols.

Left headlight:

Fig 1: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Left Side)

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Remove cover -1- in engine compartment (left side).

Right headlight:

Fig 2: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Right Side)

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Remove cover -1- in engine compartment (right side), if present.

Fig 3: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Regulator Valve N80 And Air Duct

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Remove bolts -arrows-.
Detach Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Regulator Valve -N80- -1- at air guide.
Remove air guide -2-.

Continuation for both sides:

Apply adhesive tape below the headlight to protect the paint.

Fig 4: Identifying Electrical Harness Connector And Bolts

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Remove bolts -1- and -4-.
Loosen screw -2- several turns but do not remove completely.
Cut cable tie if present.
Disconnect electrical harness connector -3-.

Fig 5: Removing Headlight From Body Toward Front

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Swing headlight in direction of fender.
Remove headlight from body toward front.