Maintenance
Headlamp
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Halogen Bulb
WARNING
- Handle halogen bulbs with care. Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas; glass fragments may fly apart and cause injury.
- Wear safety glasses when replacing the bulb. Allow the bulb to cool before handling it.
- Always handle them carefully and avoid scratches and scuffs. If the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids.
- Never touch the glass with bare hands. Residual oil may cause the bulb to overheat and explode when turned on.
- The bulb should only operate when it is installed in the headlight.
- If the bulb is damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and dispose of it carefully.

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlight bulb socket connector.
4. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning it counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the grooves in the assembly.
5. Remove the bulb by pulling it out.
6. Insert the new bulb into the socket.
7. Install the socket into the assembly, aligning the socket protrusions with the assembly grooves.
Insert the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
8. Install the headlight bulb cover by turning it clockwise.
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