Hid Bulb Removal '99-04 Models - Acura 3.5 RL Manual

Headlights
HID Bulb Removal ('99 - 04 models)
A transient high tension (25,000 V) occurs
at the bulb sockets of the high intensity discharge (HID)
lamps when the combination light switch is turned ON.
It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if
you do not observe the cautions below.
CAUTION:
• Never turn on the combination light switch before
fitting the HID bulbs to their bulb sockets and com-
pleting the reassembly of the headlight assembly.
• To prevent electrocution, do not service the head-
lights assembly in wet conditions, such as rain or
snow, near a sprinkler system, or when your hands
are wet.
• Do not touch the surface of the HID bulbs with your
bare hands and do not stain it with any oils and
fats.
• Do not disassemble the inverter unit and the igniter
unit.
• Do not turn on the HID bulb by using a power
source other than the battery mounted on your
vehicle.
1. Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the radio
and the navigation system, then write down the fre-
quencies for the radio's preset buttons.
2. Turn the combination light switch OFF.
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable, then discon-
nect the positive cable.
4. Remove the Torx bolt (A) using a Torx T20 bit.
5. Turn the cover (B) 45° counterclockwise to remove
it from the headlight assembly.
6. Turn the socket 45° counterclockwise to remove it
from the bulb.
BULB
SOCKET
7. Pull the retaining spring away from the bulb, then
remove the bulb.
8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
9. After reconnecting the battery, enter the anti-theft
code for the radio and the navigation system, then
enter the customer's radio station presets.
SPRING
BULB