145 - MiTo   1.4 16v TJet   GAS DISCHARGE LOW/MAIN BEAM HEADLAMP BULB - R.R.   5540B45   

Detail     Detail


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Removing ( Refitting )

- Open the bonnet.

- Make sure that the battery is disconnected.

1. Remove the rubber cover (1a) on the lamp.


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1. Turn the levers (1a) securing the bulb (1b) anti-clockwise to the end of travel position.


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1. Extract the gas discharge bulb (1b) very carefully from its seat (1b) in the lamp and from the perimeter tabs (1c).

2. Disconnect the electrical connection for the bulb.

3. Keep the bulb.

If the bulb is working properly, do not touch it with your hands. If this happens, clean the bulb with alcohol.


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Refitting ( Removing )

- Check the condition of the bulb and make sure that it is clean.

Do not touch the bulb with your hands. If this happens, clean the bulb with alcohol

1. Check that all the perimeter tabs (1a) for the bulb housing are not damaged.

2. Connect the electrical connection for the bulb.

3. Fit the bulb (3a) carefully in the seat (3b) for the lamp and attach it to the perimeter tabs (1a).

Do not damage/bend the perimeter tabs (1a).


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1. Fasten the bulb (1a) in place turning the levers (1b) clockwise to the end of travel position.

- Refit the rubber cover in place on the lamp.

- Close the bonnet.

- Check that the bulb is working.