HID Bulb Replacement

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WARNING: A transient high tension (25, 000 V) occurs at the bulb sockets of the high intensity discharge (HID) lamps when the combination light switch is turned ON, that may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if you do not observe the cautions.

CAUTION:

Never turn on the combination light switch before fitting the HID bulbs to their bulb sockets and completing the reassembly of the headlight assembly.
Do not service the headlights assembly in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, near a sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet to prevent electrocution.
Do not touch the surface of the HID bulbs with your bare hands and do not stain it with any oils and fats.
Do not disassemble the inverter unit and the igniter unit.
Do not turn on the HID bulb by using a power source other than the battery mounted on the vehicle.

Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION ).
Remove the headlight assembly
Turn the cover (A) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the headlight assembly.

Fig 1: Turning Headlight Assembly Cover 45 Degrees Counterclockwise
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Turn the socket (A) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb (B).
Headlight: 35 W

Fig 2: Turning Socket 45 ° Counterclockwise For Removal From Bulb And Retaining Spring
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Pull the retaining spring (C) away from the bulb, then remove the bulb.
Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the notches in the bulb align with the tabs in the headlight.
Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see RECONNECTION ).