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Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair




HEADLAMP

Bulb Replacement


CAUTION:
Leaving bulbs removed from the headlamp housing for a long period of time can deteriorate the performance of the lens and reflector (dirt, clouding). Always prepare a new bulb and have it on hand when replacing a bulb.

HEADLAMP

Removal
NOTE:
Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access.
1.Turn front headlamp switch OFF.
2.Disconnect the electrical connector.
3.Rotate the headlamp bulb retaining ring counterclockwise and remove.
4.Pull the headlamp bulb straight out from the headlamp assembly.

CAUTION:
Grasp only the plastic base when handling the bulb. Never touch the glass envelope.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
After installing bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket and plastic cap securely to ensure watertightness.

FRONT TURN SIGNAL/PARKING LAMP

Removal
NOTE:
Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access.
1.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
2.Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
After installing the bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely for watertightness.

FRONT SIDE MARKER LAMP

Removal
NOTE:
Reach through engine room for bulb replacement access.
1.Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
2.Pull the bulb to remove it from the socket.
Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
After installing the bulb, be sure to install the bulb socket securely for watertightness.