[s-cars] Bright headlight switch question - 95 S6 Avant

[Robert Myers]

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Larry,

Resetting the Airbag code with VAG-COM is very simple.  So simple it 
essentially doesn't matter if you trigger the code and turn on the 
airbag light or not.

Bob


At 06:13 PM 1/22/2011, LL - NY wrote:
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>Held off replying just in case there was a fix for the headlight switch. I
>had to replace the combo switch due to a failed wiper switch. And spray
>contact cleaner did nothing to restore wiper function when the switch
>failed, it pretty well did something similar to Tom's high beam switch, I
>could get partial function by holding the switch in a between detent
>position. TG for Rain-X. The replacment procedure for the wiper/turn signal
>lever on my 200Q, is straightforward.  The biggest issue is following the
>procedures to disarm the airbag exactly, or a code will be thrown.  There is
>a connector in the center console that must be pulled first and reconnected
>last before removing the airbag/steering wheel assembly. The problem is I
>can't recall what the connector looks like, but I'm sure it'll be in the
>FAQ's. Just letting Y'all know it's not a difficult procedure.
>
>On Sat, Jan 22, 2011 at 4:33 PM, Tom Green <trgreen at comcast.net> wrote:
>
> > Tom,
> >
> > There have been some reports of electrical contact cleaner sprayed in
> > the crevices without disassembly of the steering have restored
> > function, but I hold little confidence in the practice.  Replacement
> > stalk for the headlights will get you new turn signal lever and cruise
> > control along with the on-off/flash  switch.  It requires removal of
> > the air bag and steering wheel for access, but then is simple R/R.
> > The genuine Audi part is priced close to the aftermarket switches, so
> > genuinevwaudiparts.com, bimmerparts.com or autohausaz.com had best
> > prices last check I made.
> >
> > The FAQ on Quattroworld is sure to have some DIY hints for the
> > procedure, or steering wheel removal at least.
> >
> > Tom
> >
> > On Friday January 21, 2011, at 06:28AM,  Tom Winters<
> > tom at tomwintermedia.com
> >  >wrote:
> >
> > > Guys, I may have to replace this switch (located on the steering
> > > column) or
> > > at the very least remove and clean.
> > >
> > > Brights can no longer be activate with the stalk, but the "pull to
> > > flash"
> > > function still works fine. All other functions are fine. . Turn
> > > signals etc.
> > >
> > > Problem is definitely the stalk as I was able to wiggle stalk to
> > > activate
> > > the brights once or twice prior to complete failure.
> > >
> > > Any been there done that advice?
> > >
> > > Thanks in advance.
> > >
> > > Tom '95 S6 Avant
> >
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