Audi Headlight Level Sensor: DIY Repair for $15

I notice that my headlights were pointing way to high. I did some research and found out there could be an issue with my headlight level sensor located on my driver rear axle. I found the arm connecting to the level sensor to the axle had broken off. I tried to repair the arms but it was made of plastics and the swivel bolts had seized. I called up the dealer and they wouldn't sell me the arm by itself. I was told I needed to buy the entire sensor. I could've went to a scrap yard and buy a used arm but it would just break off again. I decided to make my own.
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[@Dylan1471]

Just did the same repair on my '14 allroad. Ordered the parts and followed your directions. Thank you for posting this tutorial.

[@JonnyELO8329]

Glad the video helped!!

[@JTrizzo8]

You're the man, Jonathan! I just finished doing this with parts from the local farm supply store. Thanks for making this video!!

[@JonnyELO8329]

No problem! Glad this was able to help you out

[@mrmanitoba]

Nice job! I gave up on my adaptive headlights. I replaced the front ones twice in one year and yes if there is a failure your headlights go down as to not blind other motorists. What Audi forgot was that you need to see when you drive and you actually can't. Ultimately I pulled the fuse to stop the annoying warming sound and manually raised the headlights. Yes you can still raise the headlights with a screwdriver on an Audi - amazing.

[@Massimoses]

you can pull the fuse for the warning sound? where can i find info on this?

[@delorme58]

I just ordered the ball joints, I'll make your idea. Thank you very much for the saving.

[@JonnyELO8329]

I'm glad my video was able to help you. Good luck with the repair

[@nxs250]

Cheers man! Just fixed mine b8 with your idea. 👍🍻

[@JonnyELO8329]

I'm glad my video helped you out 😀

[@snackbags]

You can buy sealed rod end (just like a tie rod) for around the same price that will last indefinitely. Non sealed will jam up after time if you live in a area where salt is used in the winter. Great video. 👍🏼

[@JonnyELO8329]

Thanks for the comment. Didn't know there was a sealed version. Definitely an upgrade from my suggestion. Haven't had an issue with mine yet. I just checked everytime I rotate my tires or do an oil change

[@delorme58]

What a genius idea, I will do that for sure

[@JonnyELO8329]

delorme58 thank you for the kind words 🙏🏽

[@cra5h1337]

Thank you!

[@JonnyELO8329]

You're welcome

[@prakashpaudel5564]

Great idea. I am in the same boat but it's the front driver side ride height sensor rod that has snapped off.. Any experience with that one? I am not sure if the front and the rear are same parts

[@Werewolfmage]

Bro you saved me a massive headache on my audi q5. the arm broke and to remove teh sensor and replace it is a pain. remove an upper control arm bolt... thank you for this Video!

[@JonnyELO8329]

I'm glad this video helped

[@MM-tt7hy]

Another idea I used: buy a cheap knockoff sensor from aliexpress (about € 14), remove the sensor arm and use that. The knockoff sensor itself is probably shit, but the arm is fine to use on the Audi sensor.

[@jrus1]

genuis! yes.. i found the ball socket ends, but which threaded rod? there so many, can you show the exact one you bought?

[@JonnyELO8329]

Thanks man! I'm glad the video helped you out. The threaded rod I used was m6 metric. You should be able to find that at your local home depot.

[@rapk1x]

Can you measure the length of the rod? My original rod is broken and missing. Dunno how long should be exactly.🖐

[@JonnyELO8329]

@@rapk1x sorry I don't have the measurements. And I sold my car a few years back. Maybe check the forums?

[@Anthony-cc8bx]

Sorry i realized my mistake. It's the ball joint that rotates not the screw lol. So yeah it can be tightened all the way. This is genius and I ordered tonight. Actually it's $13 per piece plus shipping. $35 per side. Not bad. This is how it should have been made. They make it to fail so they make more money.

[@wannad1e]

Its not b8 right?

[@JonnyELO8329]

This is for a b8 a4. Should work for b8.5 as well

[@wannad1e]

Jonathan Lagdameo i have b8 too but that Pipe is not straight like that... Is that something wrong with mine?

[@JonnyELO8329]

The one I replaced was for the driver side rear. Some models have 2. There's one in the front. Mine may vary depending on the model?

[@wannad1e]

Jonathan Lagdameo Mine is driver Side too. 2009 2.0 tfsi 211 hp also.

[@wannad1e]

Jonathan Lagdameo And yes the front tire side

[@immanueldelcastillo6041]

Pinoy? Hehe

[@JonnyELO8329]

Lol yup