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Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb)

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  1. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb), Low beam headlight for V60 2016: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • After opening the bonnet/hood, pull out these two pins, this will release the entire front light and let you pull it out

  2. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 2, image 1 of 2 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Once you have pulled the light out, let it rest against your leg or have someone hold it while you disconnect the single power cable by pressing down on the marked tab and wiggling the connector until it come loose

  3. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Bring the entire light inside or to your workbench.

    • Make sure it's clean and dry. If you get any moisture inside the light it may cause issues with the electronics once the seal is broken

  4. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 4, image 1 of 1
    • Use a T5 bit to remove these 4 screws

    • Once the screws are removed, gently pull the lid off

  5. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 5, image 1 of 1
    • Once the lid is off, check the edges of it to make sure that the gasket/seal is not damaged or cracked.

    • This gasket/seal secure the sensitive electronics inside the light from any moisture

  6. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 6, image 1 of 2 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 6, image 2 of 2
    • Press the tab gently and use two fingers to gently wiggle the connector while pulling it backwards until it come loose

  7. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 7, image 1 of 2 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 7, image 2 of 2
    • Push the black tab firmly in the direction of the arrow

    • Pull the light straight out, using a bit of gentle force

    • The light is clamped in place by the small tabs, dont touch them and just keep pulling straight out until it comes loose by itself

  8. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 8, image 1 of 2 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 8, image 2 of 2
    • You should now have a whole Xenon light in your hand.

    • Second image is a comparison of the old broken light (left and the new light (Right)

  9. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 9, image 1 of 1
    • Push the new light straight in until it is seated firmly in the tabs

    • Be very careful to not touch the glass of the bulb as that will leave oil residue from your fingers. Any amount of contact with your skin may (Read: It will) dramatically reduce the lifespan of your lightbulb

  10. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 10, image 1 of 1
    • Reconnect the powercable to the light by pushing until you hear a soft click

  11. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 11, image 1 of 2 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 11, image 2 of 2
    • Replace the lid to the lights and retighten it with the 4 screws.

    • Use a T5 bit for the screws

  12. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 12, image 1 of 1
    • Reconnect the single power cable to the light

    • Press firmly until you hear a click

  13. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 13, image 1 of 3 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 13, image 2 of 3 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 13, image 3 of 3
    • Reseat the light into the car by aligning the light with the guide hole

  14. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 14, image 1 of 3 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 14, image 2 of 3 Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 14, image 3 of 3
    • Replace the two pins to resecure the whole light to the car

    • The long pin should be placed in the outer hole, while the shorter pin goes on the inner hole

    • Ensure that the metal tabs are pointing inwards

  15. Volvo V60 2016 Low beam Replacement (Xenon light bulb): step 15, image 1 of 1
    • Restart the car

    • Your light should now work again!

Conclusion

The manual has multiple warnings stating that the Xenon light should only be replaced by a professional technician. But it is infact very easy to do it yourself

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