TL FWD V6-3.5L (2009)
Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair
HID (High Intensity Discharge) Bulb Replacement
HID (High Intensity Discharge) Bulb Replacement
HID Bulb (Headlight Low Beam)
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, it may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if you do not observe the cautions below.
CAUTION
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Never turn on the combination light switch before fitting the HID bulbs to their bulb sockets and completing the reassembly of the
headlight assembly.
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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.
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Do not touch the surface of the HID bulbs with your bare hands and do not stain it with any oils and fats.
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Do not disassemble the inverter unit and the igniter unit.
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Do not turn on the HID bulb by using a power source other than the battery mounted on the vehicle.
1. Turn the combination light switch OFF.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is in the LOCK (0), or the vehicle ignition in the OFF mode, then do the battery terminal disconnection procedure.
See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Procedures
3. Remove the inner fender. See: Body and Frame/Fender/Front Fender/Front Fender Liner/Service and Repair/Front Inner Fender Replacement
4. Turn the cover (A) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the headlight assembly.
5. Turn the socket (A) 45 ° counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb (B).
6. Pull the retaining spring (C) away from the bulb then remove the bulb.
7. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the notches in the bulb align with the tabs in the headlight.
8. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
9. Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure. See: Starting and Charging/Battery/Service and Repair/Procedures
