Installing Dipped Beam Halogen Bulb

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NOTE: Incorrect handling of bulbs

Risk of damage to bulbs and the bulb housing

→ Switch off ignition and remove ignition key.

→ Switch off the relevant loads when changing bulbs.

→ Only use bulbs listed in the bulb table.

→ Only install clean bulbs that are free of grease.

→ Always use a cloth or soft paper when working with bulbs.

→ Observe the safety instructions when changing a bulb in a Bi-Xenon headlight.

→ In certain states, it is compulsory to carry spare light bulbs.

Plug in connector on halogen bulb. Only hold the bulb at the socket.

Fig 1: Plugging In Halogen Bulb Connector
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Insert halogen bulb and socket and lock it by turning once in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Turning To Lock Halogen Bulb And Socket
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Close the rear cover until it engages securely.