Headlight Bulb: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

Because the halogens at a high temperature, dirt and oil on the bulb surface reduces the bulb's service life. Hold the flange portion when replacing the bulb. Never touch the glass portion.
Do not leave the heut a bulb for a long time. Dust, moisture, etc. entering the headlight may affect its performance.

Disconnect the ground battery.
Remove the air intake right side headlight is removed).
Disconnect the harness.
Remove the rubber cap.

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Cap
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Remove the light bulb retaining spring to remove the bulb.

Fig 2: Identifying Light Bulb Retaining Spring
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