Removing and installing bulbs in headlamp unit A. Standard headlamps, bulbs for low/high beams and parking lamps - ra820a1401201x(1201)
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Model 140 (except USA)
The glass sphere of the bulbs should not be touched with naked fingers; always use a soft, grease-free cloth.
When installing, ensure the bulbs are correctly seated.
A. Standard headlamps except
Bulbs for low beams/high beams and parking lamps
| Cover (1) | remove, install. |
| Locking bar (5) | fold up, close. |
| Housing cover (6) | take off, fit on. |
| Seal (7) | check for damage, when installing ensure seal is correctly located. |
| Low beam/high beam bulb | |
| Electrical connection (8) | pull off, plug in. |
| Securing clip (9) | open, close. |
| H4 bulb (10) | take out insert. |
| Parking lamp bulb | |
| Base (11) with bulb | take off, insert. |
| Bulb (12) | remove, insert. |