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.
Turn the combination light switch OFF.
Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0).
Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure.
Turn the front wheel inward on the headlight side being replaced.
Pull back the front inner fender (A) as needed to access the headlight cover.
Turn the cover (B) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the headlight assembly.
Remove the connector (A), and turn the socket (B) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb (C).
Pull the retaining spring (D) 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.
