Replacing Headlight bulbs is generally thought best to be done once a year. This does seem a bit too much since the actual use of the vehicle will help to determine the need to make frequent headlight bulb replacements. If you rarely drive at night or outside of brightly lit city areas this would seem to be an unnecessary expense. However, if you drive many hours in the dark and frequent roads that are poorly lit or where you are likely to run into wildlife like deer – then a yearly change is appropriate.

Bulb replacements should be done with the new whiter and brighter bulbs like the Sylvania SilverStar bulbs or the HID projector type headlights. Your cost will vary depending on the brightness and quality of the replacement bulbs. The whiter light from new headlight replacement bulbs provides drivers with improved night visibility and better sense of safety on the road. Whiter light can help shorten a driver’s reaction time and the ability to see objects in the road at night.

The bulbs can produce a blue color light and offer a stylish new appearance to your vehicle. It is important to check that you are buying the correct replacement bulb for your vehicle. Any auto parts store can help you to decide on the proper bulb to buy.

Replacing the headlight bulbs is a relatively simple process depending on the age of your vehicle. Newer model vehicles use bulbs that are accessed from the rear of the headlight assembly and are held in with a retaining clip. These are quite easy to replace as long as the back of the headlight assembly is not block by other equipment under the hood of the vehicle. The electrical connection is a simple plug that is easy to disconnect and then reconnect. Be sure to seat the bulb fully into the slot provided for it and firmly clip it in place. It is important to not touch the bulbs with your bare hands as the oils on your skin are not good for the bulbs. Also, be very careful to not break the new or old headlight bulbs as they a under a gas pressure inside. Remember to wear all the appropriate safety equipment when working with these items.

On older vehicles you may find the sealed beam type of headlight. These require removal of the entire unit in order to be replaced. This is done from the outside facing the headlight and loosening a retaining clip that is around the outside of the sealed beam. Usually with just two or three screws. Be sure that the replacement headlamp is properly aligned for the safety of you and the on-coming vehicles. See additional information on the Audi A6 Headlight here.

It is important to get replacement equipment that meets all the required federal and state safety standards. As quoted from the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108 ” … For all equipment required on new motor vehicles and replacements for that equipment, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, “Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment” applies. US safety standards are public law and apply to all parties associated with the manufacturing, importing, distributing, selling, installing, or repairing motor vehicle and motor vehicle equipment. These parties must self-certify that all regulated vehicle and equipment comply with the applicable regulations prior to sale, and also must not interfere with regulated equipment installed in any manner that impairs the regulated equipment. The U.S. government does not approve any motor vehicle equipment, nor does it give type approvals, or compel testing. CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS: http://www.gpoaccess.gov/cfr/retrieve.html
Title “49″, part “571″, section “108″

Some replacement Headlight bulb suppliers are listed below:

Sylvania 9007SU BP SilverStar Ultra High Performance Halogen Headlight – Pack of 2

Sylvania 9006SU BP SilverStar Ultra High Performance Halogen Headlight – Pack of 2

HighWatt Xenon Bulbs (100W; H1 Bulb 12V)

Available Audi A6 headlights include HID (high-intensity discharge) or Xenon, projector, and the stunningly hued A6 headlights that appear clear white, bluish, or purple tinted. At nearly $300 the average cost of replacement head lamps and fog lamps is soaring out of sight.

Regardless of whether you need to replace your burned-out Audi A6 headlights or you are just looking for a stylish upgrade to a new set of A6 headlights it is critical to research all the options available to you. You can improve style and functionality at the same time. Style comes from the new styles that can easily be retrofitted into your vehicle and functionality comes by improving the type of lamp used in the headlight assembly. You can have projector, halogen or LED lights in you new or replacement Audi A6 headlight.

Always verify all light bulb sizes, bulb voltage usage and bulb wattage before applying any information. When working on your car’s electrical system you must always be concerned with your safety. In addition, the car itself has many sensitive electrical components that can easily be damaged by careless or incorrect repair efforts. This can happen even when the repair efforts were for seemingly non-related parts. For example replacing a lighting component incorrectly could cause damage to the car’s expensive computer components. The lesson is to always read the directions fully and ask if you are unsure. Most parts suppliers are very happy to provide technical assistance to you.

If you choose to use a shop to do your lighting upgrades – you must be sure that the person working on your car is qualified to work with … and has experience with your actual type of vehicle. This will help to insure that the upgrade is done correctly and your car will operate in a safe reliable manner. Many shops can provide invaluable advice on choosing the right upgrade to your Audi A6 Headlights!

1998-2001 (1999 2000 98 99 00 01) Audi A6 Headlight Assembly (Halogen) – 6 Cylinder FWD/AWD; 01-02 AWD Quattro From VIN Y046632 – Passenger Side

Product Features
• Original Equipment Replacement Headlight – Brand New in Box
• After-market parts of Excellent quality offered at a fraction of the Original Equipment Manufacturers price
• Headlight Assembly for both left hand and right hand drive vehicles
• Complete Headlight Assembly with Bulb (Halogen) – (Lens, Lens Socket, Housing, and Bulb all included)
• Fits many Vehicle(s): 1998-2001 Audi A6 6 Cylinder FWD/AWD; 01-02 AWD Quattro From VIN Y046632

Audi 05-08 A6 Head Lamp Chrome Trim

Product Features
• Made of High Quality Special Automotive Grade ABS Chrome; a long lasting material designed to withstand the extremes of the elements
• Designed to Match Original Equipment Chrome perfectly
• Easily installed in seconds – Product Installs Via Pre-Applied Red 3M Tape. No Drilling; no cutting!
• Enhances the look of your Head Lamp for a true custom and special look.

Product Description
Made to fit the 2005-2008 Audi A6. Only sold as a pair. Made of Automotive Grade ABS Chrome; a durable long lasting material designed to withstand the extremes of the elements. Matches your OEM Chrome perfectly. Easily Installs Via Pre-Applied Red 3M Tape. No Drilling; no cutting, and installation takes just minutes! Enhances the look of your Head Lamp for a true unique and custom look.

2003-2004 (2003 2004 03 04) Audi A6 Headlight Assembly (Halogen) (AWD Quattro VIN from Y046632TO) – Driver Side – DOT Certified Headlight

Features
• Original Equipment After-Market Replacement Headlight – Brand New in Box
• Headlight (Halogen) – Certified by DOT
• High quality after-market parts offered at much less than the OEM price
• Headlight Assembly with Bulb – (Lens, Socket, Housing, and Bulbs are all included)(Halogen)
• Fits Vehicle(s): 2003-2004 Audi A6 (AWD Quattro VIN from Y046632TO)

Description
2003-2004 Audi A6 (AWD Quattro VIN from Y046632TO) Headlight Assembly (Halogen) – Driver Side

Sportiva Motors Brand H11 12000K HID Xenon Conversion Kit Sets (Purple Blue)

The Audi A6 headlight has many replacement and style upgrade options. These headlight bulbs can greatly improve your car style.