Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair

HEADLIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Low-beam

Halogen type
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the washer tank. (RH)




4. Remove the fasteners. (LH)
5. Slightly bent back the mudguard.




6. Disconnect the connector.

CAUTION: A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up and the life of the bulb will be shortened. When replacing the bulb, hold the metal flange, not the glass. Wipe oft any finger prints before installation.

7. Remove the cover.
8. Remove the socket, then remove the headlight bulb.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Discharge type

WARNING: Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in electrical shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to the discharge headlight service warnings. (See DISCHARGE HEADLIGHT SERVICE WARNINGS.)

1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the washer tank. (RH)




4. Remove the fasteners. (LH)
5. Slightly bent back the mudguard.




6. Remove the cover.

CAUTION: The bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up and the life of the bulb will be shortened. When replacing the bulb, hold the metal flange, not the glass. Wipe off any finger prints before installation.

7. Remove the connector, then remove the discharge headlight bulb.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.

High-beam
1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.




3. Disconnect the connector.

CAUTION: A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up and the life of the bulb will be shortened. When replacing the bulb, hold the metal flange, not the glass. Wipe off any finger prints before installation.

4. Remove the socket, then remove the headlight bulb.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.