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HOMESERVICE MANUALSAUDI1998A8 SEDAN (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISRELAYS AND MODULESRELAYS AND MODULES - LIGHTING AND HORNSHEADLAMP IGNITER MODULESERVICE AND REPAIR
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)
Headlamp Igniter Module: Service and Repair
1998 Audi A8 Sedan (4D2) V8-3.7L (AEW)SECTION Service and Repair
Igniter for Gas Discharge Lamps -N195-, Removing and Installation
WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE!
ALWAYS disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap before working on parts of the gas discharge headlights marked with the yellow high voltage symbol.
Removing
- Remove headlight.
- Release retaining clamps and mounting units and remove rubber seal
- Remove headlight lens -1- by removing the six retaining clamps -15-.
- Remove ball head of adjusting motor -12- adjustment axle from ball head mount.
- Remove reflector -4-. Turn adjustment screws for vertical and horizontal adjustment enough that reflector can be removed.
- Open housing cover -9- and remove connector at gas discharge lamp by turning counter clockwise.
- Remove both mounting bolts -14- and remove the igniter for gas discharge lamps -11-.
Installing
- Complete installation in reverse order of removal.
- Adjust headlights after installing.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.