Lighting and Horns: Service Precautions
Safety And Handling Regulations, Xenon Headlamp
General safety regulations
WARNING
The following points must be followed when working on xenon headlamps:
^ Work on the headlamp assemblies should only be carried out by authorised service workshops.
^ All work must be carried out according to the instructions provided and with all necessary care. Risk of personal injury if handled improperly.
^ The ignition must always be in LOCK position when replacing components.
^ Faulty internal leads in the headlamp assemblies must be replaced in their entirety and not repaired.
^ Power to the headlamp assembly must be cut off by unplugging the connector before starting work on it.
^ Under no circumstances may power be supplied to the headlamp assembly if its protective cover is off.
^ The xenon lamp must not be turned on without being correctly fitted in the headlamp assembly with its protective cover in place.
^ Always use protective goggles and gloves when handling the xenon lamp as it is highly pressurised.
^ The xenon lamp contains mercury and must therefore be turned in for destruction.