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Low Beam Headlamp, Replacing Bulb






Low Beam Headlamp, Replacing Bulb

Removing

- Turn light switch to position "0".

CAUTION!
Switch off all electrical consumers.

Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

- Remove screws - arrows -.





- Remove Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Regulator Valve 1 (N80) - 1 - at air duct.

- Remove air duct - 2 -.

- Release retaining tab - arrow - and detach housing cover from headlamp housing.





- Remove bulb - 2 - from spring clips - arrows -.





- Disconnect electrical connection - 1 - at low beam bulb.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION!
Do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Even the smallest amount of moisture and/or contaminants from fingers that evaporates on the bulb during operation can cause the glass to cloud over.

When installing housing cover, ensure proper seating. Water intrusion will damage headlamp.

- Insert bulb into housing.

- Position bulb at lower spring clip.

- Push bulb beyond resistance of upper spring clips into housing.

- Reconnect electrical connection and close housing cover.