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Xenon Lamp



Xenon Lamp

WARNING:
^ HIGH TENSION
Xenon lamp actuators and ignition transformers generate voltages of over 23,000V. Such voltages can be lethal for persons with heart problems or who have a pacemaker. Therefore, handle this system with great respect and turn off the ignition before touching any of the parts in the system.
^ Read Safety and handling directions, xenon headlamps before starting work.

To remove
1. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position.
2. LH: Remove the battery cover and washer filler pipe.
3. Remove the protective cover of the Xenon lamp.







4. Unplug the ignition transformer connector.
5. Remove the ignition transformer.
6. Undo the clamp holding the Xenon bulb.







7. Lift the Xenon bulb straight out of the headlamp.

To fit
1. Fit the Xenon bulb in place by carefully inserting it into the headlamp housing.







2. Secure the clamp holding the Xenon bulb.
3. Fit the ignition transformer.







4. Plug in the ignition transformer connector.
5. Fit the protective cover of the Xenon lamp.
6. LH: Fit the battery cover and washer filler pipe.
7. Clear any diagnostic trouble codes.