2003 VOLVO XC70 low beam

2003 VOLVO XC70
Replacing high/low beam headlight bulbs
The headlight bulbs must be replaced from the engine compartment.
CAUTION:
l Do not touch the glass on halogen bulbs with your fingers. Grease, oil o\
r any other impurities can be
carbonized onto the bulb and cause damage to the reflector.
l Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage.

Removing a defective bulb
To remove a defective low beam bulb:
l Switch off all lights and turn the ignition switch to position 0.
l Open the hood.
l Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclockw\
ise.
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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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Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min reserve capacity.
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost \
importance that old batteries are
disposed of correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter\
.
Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
Bulbs
Bulb US no. Power Socket
Headlights
- High beam HB360W -
- Low beam H7 55W -
Front parking lights 5W W2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators (yellow) 21 W BAU 15d
Front fog lights H1 55 W -
Rear direction indicators (yellow) 21W BAU 15 s
Tail lights 67 5W BA 15 s
Brake lights 115621W BA 15 s
Backup lights 115621W BA 15 s
Rear fog light/rear parking lights 21/4W BA 15 s
License plate light - 5 W W 2.1x9.5d
Door step courtesy lights
Front -5W SV 8.5
Cargo area lights - 5 W SV 8.5
Glove compartment light -2 W BA 9s
Vanity mirror light(s) - 12V
1.2W -
Instrument lighting - 3 W W
2.1x9.5d
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

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