headlight bulbs on 3rd gen

[charvell]

how do you change the headlight lamps on the rd gen? Does the rubber seal have to come off? Thanks guys for your help

Colin

[marky]

Not done mine yet but someone must know

[Rob]

Yes, pull off the wiring connector, pull off the black rubber boot, then release the little metal spring clip that holds the bulb in. Once the clip is released (can be a bit fiddly), the bulb will almost fall out. Pay attention when putting the new bulb in - you need to get the tabs on the bulb seated properly in the headlamp casing before trying to secure the clip again. Push the rubber boot back on, the reattach connector, job done.
At least on 3rd gens you don't have to remove the batteries or grill to change the bulbs! Although if you have dual batteries you'll have to remove a bolt and a black plastic cover on the passenger's side.

[charvell]

Yes, pull off the wiring connector, pull off the black rubber boot, then release the little metal spring clip that holds the bulb in. Once the clip is released (can be a bit fiddly), the bulb will almost fall out. Pay attention when putting the new bulb in - you need to get the tabs on the bulb seated properly in the headlamp casing before trying to secure the clip again. Push the rubber boot back on, the reattach connector, job done.
At least on 3rd gens you don't have to remove the batteries or grill to change the bulbs! Although if you have dual batteries you'll have to remove a bolt and a black plastic cover on the passenger's side.

Thanks mate. Job done. Looks good with the cool blue tint. Glad i got the 3rd gen for ease of changing stuff.