Renewing gas discharge bulb L13/L14: Audi A6 C6

🧭 Before you start

Fits: Audi A6 C6 (4F, 2004–2011)

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• Note correct installation position: lug at top of bulb holder must engage in recess of gas discharge bulb.
• The starter unit must be installed before attaching the connector.

📋 Procedure

1. ⚠ High voltage! Danger to life! Observe environmental requirements.Safety precautions when handling gas discharge bulbs Electrical system; General information94Safety precautions when handling gas discharge bulbs — Remove headlight housing .
2. Release retaining tabs (arrows) and detach housing cover from headlight housing.
3. If fitted, pivot the securing clip (1) for electrical connector to side.
4. Turn starter unit (2) for gas discharge bulb anti-clockwise (arrow).
5. Unplug electrical connector (3) at starter unit for gas discharge bulb.

6. Remove starter unit for gas discharge bulb.
7. Disengage retaining clips (1).
8. Pull gas discharge bulb (2) out of headlight housing.
9. Insert new gas discharge bulb in housing; do not touch glass part of bulb with bare hands. [Note: Note correct installation position: lug at top of bulb holder must engage in recess of gas discharge bulb.]
10. Secure gas discharge bulb with retaining clip. [Note: The starter unit must be installed before attaching the connector.]
11. Check whether recess in housing of starter unit for gas discharge bulb and recess in contact ring coincide exactly (arrows).
12. Fit starter unit for gas discharge bulb at headlight and turn clockwise as far as it will go.
13. Re-attach connector.
14. If fitted, secure electrical connector with securing clip.
15. Close housing cover.
16. Install headlight housing .

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