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l Remove the connector (2).
l Loosen the retaining spring (3) by first moving it to the right and th\
en moving it down, out of the way.
l Pull out the defective bulb. Note the position of the guide lug on the b\
ase of the bulb (4).

Installing a new bulb
To install a new low beam bulb (H7):
l Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upwa\
rd (1). The bulb will only seat
properly in this position.
l Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it s\
eats properly (2).
l Press the connector into place on the bulb (3).
l Reinstall the plastic cover and turn it clockwise until it is correctly \
in place (4). "TOP" must be
upward.
NOTE: If the vertical aim of your headlights needs to be adjusted for any reas\
on (e.g., towing a trailer
for extended periods), this should be done by an authorized Volvo retai\
ler.

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To remove and install a high beam bulb (HB3):
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
l Open the hood.
l Remove the cover by twisting it counterclockwise.
l Twist the bulb holder counterclockwise, pull it out and fit a new bulb. \
Note its position.
l Refit the bulb holder. It can only be fitted in one way.
l Screw the cover back on. The word TOP should be upwards.
Replacement of front parking light bulb
l Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
l Remove the low beam cover by twisting counterclockwise.
l Pull out the bulb and its socket. Replace bulb.
l Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
l Check that the new bulb lights.
l Screw the cover back into place, "TOP" should be upwards!
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Changing the bulb in the turn signals at the front corners
l Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
l Pull out the bulb and its socket by twisting counterclockwise. Replace b\
ulb.
l Press the bulb and its socket back into place.
l Check that the new bulb lights.

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Replacement of bulbs in backup light, rear parking lights and
rear fog lights
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
l Open the access panel.
l Remove the sound insulation behind it.
l Twist the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it.
l Press the bulb inward, twist it counterclockwise and extract it.
l Fit a new bulb.
l Fit the bulb holder in place and twist it clockwise.
l Refit the sound insulation and put the access panel back in place.
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Replacement of rear turn signal and brake light bulbs
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
l Using a screwdriver, carefully pry off the speaker grille.
l Pull out the red tab in the speaker.
l Then press on the black pin above the extracted red tab and twist out th\
e speaker.
l Twist the bulb holder counter-clockwise, and withdraw it.
l Fit a new bulb.
l Fit the bulb holder in place and twist it clockwise.
l Refit the speaker and press in the red tab.
l Press the speaker grille back into position.

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Front fog lights (option)
CAUTION:
Avoid touching the glass on the bulb with your fingers.
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition key to position 0.
l Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclockwise to release it.
l Replace the bulb. The shape of the base of the bulb corresponds to the s\
hape of the bulb holder.
l Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise. "TOP" on the\
holder should be upward.
Side direction indicator
l Open the front door halfway.
l From the inside of the fender, push the lamp housing out.
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l Turn the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it out from the \
lens.
l Remove the defective bulb by pulling it straight out.
l Insert a new bulb.
l Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and press the entire unit back into\
place on the fender.
Door step courtesy lights
The door step courtesy lights are located under the dash on the driver's\
and passenger's sides.
To replace a bulb:
l Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
l Replace the defective bulb.
l Reinstall the lens.

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License plate lights
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l Switch off the ignition.
l Loosen the screws with a Torx screwdriver.
l Carefully pull out the lamp housing.
l Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out.
l Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new one.
l Reinsert the bulb holder into the housing and turn it clockwise.
l Reinstall the housing and screw it in place.
Vanity mirror lights
l Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
l Pry out the defective bulb and replace it.
l Carefully press the lower edge of lens onto the four tabs and press the \
upper edge of the lens into
place.
Front courtesy lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend t\
hat you let an authorized
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Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary.

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Rear reading lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend t\
hat you let an authorized
Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary.
NOTE: Other bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. Let an author\
ized Volvo retailer
replace these bulbs if necessary.

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Paint touch-up
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a ha\
bit to check the finish regularly
- when washing the car for instance. Touch-up if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo re\
tailer for any extensive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
NOTE: When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo retailer, use the paint cod\
e indicated on the
model plate. The plate is located in the engine compartment.
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