Mazda MX-5 Owner's Manual page 328

MX-5_8V80-EA-06F_Edition1 Page327
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NOTE
If the halogen bulb is accidentally
l
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
Use the protective cover and carton
l
of the replacement bulb to dispose of
the old bulb promptly out of the
reach of children.
Low-beam bulbs
(Xenon fusion bulbs)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Halogen bulbs)
NOTE
Replacing low-beam halogen bulbs is
difficult therefore contacting an
Authorized Mazda Dealer is
recommended.
1. If you are changing the right headlight
bulb, start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the left, and turn
off the engine. If you are changing the
left headlight bulb, turn the steering
wheel to the right.
Form No.8V80-EA-06F
Black plate (327,1)
Owner Maintenance
2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and
remove them.
3. Turn the center section of the plastic
retainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pulling it to the rear.
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