Just reversed into sodding skip and smashed rear light cluster on drivers side. New one ordered bt any tips for DIY replacement with limited skills !!!!
A6 (C5) MY 2001 newbie help needed urgently
- Thread starter Ace Rimmer
- Start date
Removing and installing rear light
Removing
Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
Turn light switch to 0 position.
Remove luggage compartment side trim cover.
Unplug electrical connector.
Unscrew the 4 nuts.
Squeeze retainer tabs -arrows- at bulb housing -2- and detach rear light outwards.
Installing
Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:
NoteMake sure gasket between body and rear light housing provides a proper seal.
Before tightening nuts, align rear light with body contours (even shut lines).
Tightening torque
Rear light to body 4 Nm
Removing
Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.
Turn light switch to 0 position.
Remove luggage compartment side trim cover.
Unplug electrical connector.
Unscrew the 4 nuts.
Squeeze retainer tabs -arrows- at bulb housing -2- and detach rear light outwards.
Installing
Install in reverse order, paying attention to the following:
NoteMake sure gasket between body and rear light housing provides a proper seal.
Before tightening nuts, align rear light with body contours (even shut lines).
Tightening torque
Rear light to body 4 Nm
Top reply cheers - completely idiot proof, just what was required.
All done now save for the minor body work repair so back to normal next week
All done now save for the minor body work repair so back to normal next week
