Halogen low beam bulb, replacing

CAUTION:

Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Removing

Ensure light switch is in position -O-.

Left headlight:

Fig 1: Removing Cover Above Battery

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Remove cover -arrows-.

Right headlight:

Fig 2: Removing Screw And Coolant Expansion Tank Cover

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Remove screw -1- and remove cover over expansion tank -arrow-.

Both sides (continued):

Remove housing cover from headlight.

Fig 3: Spring Clip, Bulb And Electrical Connection

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Disconnect electrical connection -3- at low beam bulb.
Disengage spring clip -1- and remove bulb -2- from housing.

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.

Insert new bulb in housing.
Secure bulb with spring clip.
Reconnect electrical connection and close housing cover.