Hi everyone. I am a new Audi owner of a 2011 A3 TDI.

I have a license plate light that has been going on and off since I got the car. Currently it has been off for about a week so I am thinking the bulb blew.

First I cant find the specs to replace the bulb, I looked in the manual as well as online. Any ideas?

Also, if I can buy a replacement how hard is it to actually replace the bulb? I am a girl who is not terribly mechanically inclined but I was always able to replace bulbs myself on my Explorer so if it isnt too complicated I can probably do it.

Or should I just take it to the dealer and get charged a silly fee for a bulb?

Thanks for the help in advance

 

check these guys for replacement bulbs (or upgrade to LED):
Audi A3 FWD TDI Lighting License Plate - ECS Tuning

 

This site has all the auto bulbs listed;

Lamp Replacement Guide Home

The bulb # is 6418.

There should be two Philips screws holding the bulb cover over the license plate.

The bulb and connector may need cleaning.

This is a picture of the bulb.

http://www.ecstuning.com/Audi-A3-FWD..._Plate/ES4293/

Good luck.

 

Thank you!!

its back on now, so idk what the deal is with it. If it goes off again I'll replace it and see what happens.

 

You could check the bulb with an ohm meter. If good, clean the ends and the holding clips.