Removing and installing output module 3 for LED headlight A29/A33 - vehicles from model year 2014 onwards — AUDI
Removing and installing output module 3 for LED headlight A29/A33 - vehicles from model year 2014 onwards on Audi: 11 steps.
Workshop procedure for AUDI — the exact step sequence and torque figures, straight from real workshop data.
🧭 Before you start
Fits: Audi A8 D4 (4H, 2010–2017)
- Special tools named: VAS 6613
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- Guide on retaining frame (1) must engage in headlight housing when inserted in mounting (2).
📋 Procedure
- ⚠ Risk of irreparable damage to electronic equipment.Requirement for cleanliness: Make sure no particles enter the headlight housing, in particular no metallic or otherwise conductive material.When working on the open headlight, ensure that no oil, grease, silicone or other material comes into contact with parts of the headlight. These materials can evaporate and build up a film inside the headlight.Do NOT touch the electronic printed circuit boards with bare hands, as this can cause migration.Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection: The requirements according to DIN 613-40-5-1 must always be met when handling electronic equipment.Do not re-use electronic equipment (i.e. components, assemblies) which has been dropped.ESD (electrostatic discharge) workplace VAS 6613Electrical system; General information97ESD (electrostatic discharge) workplace VAS 6613. — Remove headlight housing .
- Remove bolts (arrows).
- Detach housing cover (1) from headlight housing.
- Disengage adjuster screw (4) on retaining frame (3) and move to side.
- Remove bolt (2).
- Release catch (1) and push retaining frame in (direction of arrow) to disengage retaining frame on headlight housing.
- Release catches (2 ,4) and swivel output module (1) out of retaining frame (5)(arrow).
- Unplug electrical connector (3).
- Guide on retaining frame (1) must engage in headlight housing when inserted in mounting (2).
- Close housing cover and tighten bolts.
- Install headlight housing .
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