Lighting System: Precaution

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Precaution
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  1. PRECAUTION OF HEADLIGHT BULB REPLACEMENT 
    1. If the adhered oil is left unremoved from the halogen lamp surface, the lamp service life is shortened as it becomes hot when it is turned on.
    2. Since the internal pressure of a halogen lamp is high, dropping, hitting or damaging the bulb may cause the glass to scatter. Therefore, handle it with great care.
    3. When replacing bulbs, do not remove until a new bulb is prepared.

      Because if it is left being removed for a long period of time, the lens may be covered with dirt or moisture.

    4. For replacement, be sure to use a bulb of the same watt.
    5. Firmly reinstall the socket after bulb replacement. Otherwise, cloudy lens or invasion by water will be caused.
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