Headlight Beam Adjustment
When driving in countries with left-hand traffic, the asymmetric low beam will dazzle oncoming drivers. To prevent glare, cover the headlights with light-blocking adhesive tape.
The areas where light-blocking adhesive tape is applied to both headlight lenses are marked by the ribbed zone.
Adjustment from right-hand to left-hand traffic
Right headlight
The illustration shows the headlight area to be covered.
Left headlight
The illustration shows the headlight area to be covered.
Adjustment from left-hand to right-hand traffic
Right headlight
The illustration shows the headlight area to be covered.
Left headlight
The illustration shows the headlight area to be covered.
Headlights with gas-discharge lamps (xenon light)*
It is recommended to carry out the adjustment at an Audi service station.
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