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Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the upper air intake splash shield.
2. Remove the lamp assembly.
3. Remove the socket. Complete the following steps:
3.1 Turn the socket.
3.2 Pull out the socket

CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in Service Precautions

4. Use the following procedure in order to disconnect the electrical connector:
4.1. With one hand, grip the wiring harness end of the bulb that the electrical wires enter.
Do not grip the wires.

IMPORTANT: Do not grip the bulb glass.

4.2. With the other hand, grip the base of the bulb.
4.3. Carefully pull the bulb base apart from the wiring harness.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the bulb socket to the lamp harness connector.
2. Align the bulb flange notch with the lamp housing key way.
3. Insert the bulb into the lamp housing.
4. Turn the bulb into the housing until it is retained.
5. Install the lamp assembly.