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Maintenance
Replacing Light BulbsHeadlight BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then remove the upper part of
the air intake duct.High beam headlight:
60 W (HB3)
Low beam headlight:
55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)
Low beam headlight:
35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
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High Beam Headlight
1Headlight Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the cargo area or tow a trailer, have
the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified
technician.
The HB3 and H11 types are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its base, and
protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard
objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
The exterior lights' inside lenses (headlights, brake
lights, etc.) may fog temporarily after a vehicle wash
or while driving in the rain. This does not impact the
exterior light function.
However, if you see a large amount of water or ice
accumulated inside the lenses, have your vehicle
inspected by a dealer.
Clip
Driver’s side

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1.Remove the clips using a flat-tip
screwdriver, then remove the engine
coolant reservoir out of its stay.
Remove the power steering reservoir from
the stay bracket.
1High Beam Headlights
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the
central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push
until it is flat.
Holding clipCentral pin
Push until the
pin is flat.
Clip
Stay Bracket
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Maintenance
2.Remove the coupler.
uIt can be removed by pushing the tab.
3.Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4.Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5.Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Tab
Coupler Bulb

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Maintenance
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
1.Remove the coupler.
uIt can be removed by pushing the tab.
2.Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3.Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4.Insert the coupler into the connector of the
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Low Beam Headlights
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Low Beam Headlights
Models with high voltage discharge tube bulbsModels with halogen low beam headlight bulbs
Tab
Coupler Bulb

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Maintenance
Fog Light Bulbs
*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the steering wheel all the way to the
opposite side from the fog light being
replaced.
Passenger side: Turn the steering wheel to
the left.
Driver side: Turn the steering wheel to the
right.
2.Remove the mounting bolt and screws, and
pull the inner fender back.
3.Remove the coupler.
uIt can be removed by pushing the tab.
4.Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5.Insert a new bulb into the fog light
assembly and turn it to the right.
6.Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.Fog Light: 55 W (H11)
1Fog Light Bulbs
NOTICEHalogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
When replacing a bulb, handle it by its plastic case,
and protect the glass from contact with your skin or
hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with
denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Screws Mounting
Bolt
Bulb
Coupler
Tab
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light Bulbs
Maintenance
Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
2.Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.Front Turn Signal/Parking/Side Marker Light: 28/8 W
Bulb
Socket

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Maintenance
Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light BulbsWhen replacing, use the following bulbs.
1.Remove the mounting bolts.
2.Slightly pull the assembly outward, and
then pull the lower part. The bottom of the
taillight housing is exposed.Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight: 21/5 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)Mounting
Bolts

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3.Slowly pull out the assembly to release the
lower fastener from the grommet, using
your fingers.
uPlace one hand at the upper left corner,
and the other at the diagonal lower
corner.
4.Pull the upper corner to release the upper
fastener.
5.Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
6.Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
1Brake/Rear Side Marker/Taillight and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
To reinstall, insert the fasteners into the grommets
and push the assembly back into place.
uDo not reinstall the assembly if the grommets are
loose or out of the holes. Contact a dealer to
replace them.
Grommet
Bulb
SocketUpper
Fastener
Lower
Fastener