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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Headlight Bulb Removal/Installation: Low-beam

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Low-beam
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Halogen type 

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the fasteners, then slightly bend back the mudguard.
  3. Disconnect the connector.
    CAUTION:
    • A halogen bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up and the life of the bulb will be shortened. When replacing the bulb, hold the metal flange, not the glass.
  4. Remove the cover.
  5. Remove the socket, then remove the headlight bulb.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Headlight Bulb - Halogen Type
    G01344540Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Discharge type 

WARNING:
  • Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in electrical shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to the discharge headlight service warning. (See DISCHARGE HEADLIGHT SERVICE WARNINGS .)
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the fasteners, then slightly bend back the mudguard.
  3. Remove the cover.
    CAUTION:
    • The bulb generates extremely high heat when it is illuminated. If the surface of the bulb is soiled, excessive heat will build up and the life of the bulb will be shortened. When replacing the bulb, hold the metal flange, not the glass.
  4. Remove the connector, then remove the discharge headlight bulb.
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Headlight Bulb - Discharge Type
    G01344541Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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