2000 Volvo S & V 40
· Switch off the ignition
· Turn the light switch off and open the hood.
· Lift the tab (A) to release (B) the hard plastic cover above the headlight unit and remove it.
· Pull off the rubber cover from the rear of the bulb unit to be replaced.
· Release the retaining spring and withdraw the connector/bulb from the headlight unit. Pull the bulb out
of the connector.
NOTE: Never touch the glass of a bulb with your fingers: this could leave traces of grease or oil on the
glass which then evaporate and may damage the reflector.
pg. 86 Replacing bulbs
Replacing cover
Installing high/low beam headlight bulbs
· Insert the new bulb in the headlight unit
· Reconnect the connector and wiring.
· Press the retaining spring over the connector/bulb until it clicks into position.
· Reinstall the rubber cover at the rear of the headlight unit.
· Put the hard plastic cover in place above the headlight housing and press the tab down to secure the
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