Bulb replacement, Headlamp – Jeep 2013 Wrangler User Manual

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BULB REPLACEMENT

NOTE:

Lens fogging can occur under certain atmo-

spheric conditions. This will usually clear as atmospheric
conditions change to allow the condensation to change
back into a vapor. Turning the lamps on will usually
accelerate the clearing process.

Headlamp

1. Open hood and support using prop rod.

2. Remove the front grille. Turn the retainers along the

top 1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove.

3. Pull the bottom of the grille away starting at one side

and working toward the other.

4. Turn both park and turn signal socket assemblies

1/4 turn counterclockwise and remove.

5. Remove the four screws holding the metal retaining

ring.

6. Remove the lamp from the collar.

7. Grasp the bulb and turn 1/4 turn counterclockwise.

8. Pull the bulb from the housing.

9. Push connector locking tab to the unlock position.

10. Remove connector from bulb.

11. Push connector onto new bulb base, and push the

connector locking tab to the lock position.

CAUTION!

Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers. Oil
contamination will severely shorten bulb life. If the
bulb comes in contact with any oily surface, clean the
bulb with rubbing alcohol.

12. Reinstall bulb housing. Rotate the bulb 1/4 turn

clockwise.

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MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE

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