Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair

Headlight Bulb

REMOVAL

1. HIGH BEAM & HALOGEN TYPE LOW BEAM

WARNING: Because the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.

CAUTION:
- Because the halogen bulb operates at a high temperature, dirt and oil on the bulb surface reduces the bulb s service life. Hold the flange portion when replacing the bulb. Never touch the glass portion.
- Do not leave the headlight without a bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the headlight may affect its performance.

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the air intake duct. (When removing the headlight bulb RH).






3. Remove the battery cover. (When removing the headlight bulb LH)
4. Tilt the washer tank filler neck. (When removing the headlight bulb LH)
5. Disconnect the harness connector.
6. Remove the bulb assembly (A) then remove the high beam. To remove the low beam, remove the back cover (B), and then go to step 7.






7. Disconnect the harness connector, and remove the bulb.






2. HID TYPE LOW BEAM

WARNING: Because the headlight system uses high voltage, be careful not to perform work with wet hands. There is a possibility of electrical shock.

CAUTION:
- Because the HID lighting circuit uses high voltage, be sure to confirm that the power supply is turned off before operation.
- When replacing bulb, hold the flange area. Be careful not to touch the glass area.
- Do not leave the headlight without a bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the headlight may affect its performance.

1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
2. Remove the headlight assembly.
3. Remove the back cover.






4. Disconnect the harness connector.






5. Remove the retaining spring of bulb, and remove the bulb.






INSTALLATION

Install each part in the reverse order of removal.