Headlight Bulb Replacement; Headlight Adjustment - Volvo 850 Owner's Manual

1996 Volvo 850

Headlight bulb replacement

1. Turn the plastic cover counter-clockwise and remove it.
2. Turn the bulb and connector (one unit) 1/4 turn counter-clockwise and remove.
3. Disconnect the wiring from the bulb unit.
4. Connect a new bulb unit into the wiring without touching the bulb itself.
5. Re-insert the bulb into the headlight housing and turn 1/4 turn clockwise until the unit seats properly.
The unit has three guide lugs to ensure proper seating.
6. Reinstall the plastic cover.

Headlight adjustment

The height of the headlight beams can be adjusted according to vehicle load. The headlights should be re-
aimed if heavy loads are carried in the trunk/cargo area or rear seat, or when towing a trailer.
To adjust the headlights:
Park the car on a level surface and open the hood.
The headlights are equipped with a level which can be seen by looking through the clear "window" on
the top of the headlight lens.
Turn the height adjustment knob (A) until the bubble in the level aligns with the "0" marks or within
the dark marking lines.
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1 - Plastic cover, 2 - Bulb HB4/9006
3 - Bulb HB3/9005, 4 - Connector