How do you change a low beam headlight on a Volvo?
Important
- Left headlight.
- Remove the round low beam rubber cover from the headlight housing.
- Remove the connector from the bulb.
- Remove the bulb by pressing it slightly upward and then pulling it out.
- Insert the new bulb in the socket.
- Press the connector into place.
- Put the round rubber cover back in place.
How do you change a headlight bulb on a Volvo xc60?
Important
- Left-hand headlamp.
- Detach the headlamp’s round rubber cover.
- Unplug the connector from the bulb.
- Detach the bulb by pushing it gently upwards and pulling it straight out.
- Fit a new bulb in the socket.
- Press in the connector.
- Refit the headlamp’s round rubber cover.
What to do when your low beam headlight blows out?
You can often tell when a headlight blows out while you’re driving, but confirm which bulb has actually blown out by leaving your headlights on and getting out of the vehicle to check. Then get back in your vehicle and turn on your high beams. Some vehicles use a single bulb for both high and low beams while others do not.
How do you remove a headlight bulb from a car?
The headlight bulb should still be in a socket connected to wiring coming from your vehicle. Disconnect the wires by unclipping them from the bottom of the headlight bulb housing and pull on it gently to disconnect it.
What to do if you drop a low beam light bulb?
The oil on your hands can compromise the glass of the bulb, reducing its lifespan. Protect your bulb from this by wearing gloves or using a tissue any time you come into contact with the glass of the new low beam headlight bulb. Be careful not to drop the bulb as you remove it from the package.
How do you remove a headlight assembly bracket?
If you have to remove any bolts from a headlight assembly bracket, make sure to keep them someplace safe until you reassemble that portion of the car. In some vehicles, you will need to unbolt the headlight assembly and slide it out of the car to access the headlight bulb itself in the back. Disconnect the wires going to the headlight.