2006 PORSCHE CAYMAN lights

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Replacing bulbs
Warning!
Risk of short circuit.
fAlways switch off the relevant load when
changing bulbs.
Risk of injury. The Bi-Xenon headlights are
under high voltage when installed.
fExercise extreme caution when working in the
area of the Bi-Xenon headlights.
Risk of damage. Bulbs of a higher wattage
can damage the lamp housing.
fOnly use the bulbs specified in the bulb chart.
fBulbs must be clean and free from grease.
fNever touch bulbs with your bare hands. Use a
cloth or soft paper when replacing bulbs.
fAlways carry spare bulbs with you.
In certain countries, the carrying of spare
bulbs is mandatory.
Caution!
Risk of damage to headlights due to exces-
sive temperatures and abrasion.
fAttach no coverings (e.g. films, “stone
guards”) in the area of the headlights.
fUse soapy water only to clean light lenses and
plastic headlight lenses.
In no case may chemical cleaners or other vol-
atile cleaning fluids be used.
fTo prevent scratches, do not rub with a dry or merely moist cloth, tissue or insect sponges.

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Headlights
Caution!
Risk of damage to headlights due to abrasion
and excessive temperatures.
fDo not affix any coverings (e.g. “stone guards” or films) in the area of the headlights.
Note
The headlights can mist up depending on the
temperature and humidity.
fTo ensure optimum ventilation, do not cover
the gap between headlight and body
(e.g. “stone guards” or films).
Removal1. Unscrew plastic nut A.
Detach side carpeting.2. Remove rubber plugs from the unlocking
opening.
3. Place socket wrench (tool kit) on the unlocking
spindle.
The tongue of the wrench should point horizon-
tally to the rear.
4. Turn wrench approx. 180° A. The headlight is
unlocked and pushed forward slightly during
this process.
5. Turn socket wrench back until it is pointing
vertically downward B and leave in position.
6. The headlight is now unlocked and can be
pulled forward out of the wing.

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Installing1. Insert the headlight into the guide rails and
push it fully into the wing.
2. Push headlight to the rear and at the same
time the turn socket wrench until it points
horizontally to the rear C.
The headlight locking device must perceptibly
and audibly engage.
3. Insert rubber plug into the unlocking opening
and secure the carpeting.
Check the function of all lights.
Low beam, high beam and additional high
beamOpening the lid of the headlight housing
1. Unscrew the 4 screws A.
2. First lift release tab B, then push both release
tabs C upwards and take off lid.

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service Halogen headlights
Changing bulb for low beam
1. Pull off plug A.
2. Disengage fixing loop B.
3. Replace defective bulb.
When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly.
4. Reassemble in reverse order.Bi-Xenon headlight
Changing bulb for low beam and high beam
1. Turn the plug counter-clockwise (bayonet lock)
and pull it off.2. Disengage both fixing loops A.
3. Replace defective bulb B.
When doing so, ensure bulb is seated properly.
4. Engage both fixing loops A, push on plug and
turn right as far as the stop.

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A - Fog light height adjustmentFog lights/Parking lightsBased on the system, a relatively large amount of
effort is required to remove the light cover.
In case of doubt, please consult a qualified
specialist workshop.
We recommend an authorized Porsche dealer for
this work as they have trained workshop
personnel and the necessary parts and tools.
1. Unclip the light cover using both hands,
beginning on the cover underneath the fog
light and then toward the center of the vehicle.2. Loosen the 3 screws B and take out the light
housing.
C - Fog light
D - Parking light

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Practical Tips, Emergency Service Changing fog light bulb
3. Press the release tab (arrow) of the plug and
pull plug off.
4. Turn bulb holder clockwise (bayonet lock) and
remove holder.
5. Replace defective bulb.
6. Insert the bulb holder and turn it counter-
clockwise.
7. Push on plug until it is felt to engage.Changing parking light bulb
8. Turn bulb holder counter-clockwise
(bayonet lock) and remove holder.
9. Remove defective bulb and replace.
10.Insert the bulb holder and turn it clockwise.11.Insert bulb housing and tighten with the
3screws B.
12.First insert the light cover into the side
cut-out1 and then press down the cover at
points 2 – 7 one after the other.
Make sure that the frame is completely clipped
in.
13.Check operation of lights

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License plate lightsChanging bulb 1. Unscrew both screws and remove the lens.
2. Remove defective bulb from between the
contact springs and replace.
3. Reassemble in reverse order.
Check operation of the light.
Additional Brake LightThe light-emitting diodes of the additional brake
light cannot be replaced individually.
fHave the defective brake light replaced in a
qualified specialist workshop.
We recommend an authorized Porsche dealer
for this work as they have trained workshop
personnel and the necessary parts and tools.

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A - Turn signal light
B - Reversing light
C - Rear fog light, rear light
D - Tail light
E - Brake light, rear light4. Replace the defective bulb (bayonet fitting).
5. Insert lamp bracket. Make sure that the
mounting is felt to engage.6. Refit side carpeting.
7. Insert the light cover into the three receptacles
and lock the cover.
8. Check operation of lights.