Headlight Bulb Replacement - Triumph Thunderbird Commander Handbook

Headlight Bulb Replacement

It is necessary to remove the headlight from
the headlight bowl to gain access to the
bulbs.
Warning
The bulbs become hot during use. Always
allow sufficient time for the bulbs to cool
before handling. Avoid touching the glass
part of the bulb. If the glass is touched or
gets dirty, clean with alcohol before re-use.
Remove the rider's seat.
Disconnect the battery, negative (black) lead
first.
Undo the fixings securing the headlight
clamp to the headlight body.
Support the headlight while removing the
clamp.
Remove the headlight from its bowl while
supporting it to prevent the cables from
being over extended.
Disconnect the multi-pin electrical connector
from the headlight bulb and remove the
rubber cover.
Detach the wire retainer from its clip then
remove the bulb from the light unit.
To remove the position light bulb:
Maintenance and Adjustment
Without pulling on the wires, ease the bulb
holder from its socket. The bulb is removed
from its holder by pulling gently upwards.
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1. Wire retainer
2. Headlight bulb
3. Position light bulb
Installation for both bulbs is the reverse of the
removal procedure. Tighten the headlight
clamp to 2 Nm.
When reconnecting the battery, connect
the positive (red) lead first.
Warning
Do not reconnect the battery until the
assembly process has been completed.
Premature battery reconnection could
result in ignition of the battery gases
causing risk of injury.
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