Contents: Combined headlamps ⤓ Front parking and side lights ⤓ Front direction indicators ⤓ Rear direction indicators, brake…⤓ Reversing lights ⤓ Side marker lights ⤓ High Level Brake Lights ⤓ License plate lights ⤓ Salon lamps ⤓ Instrument cluster illumination lamps ⤓
Note: The map of the lamps used and the layout of the lighting fixtures are given in Specifications to this Chapter.
Combined headlamps
Halogen lamps may be used in headlights. The gas pumped into the bulbs of such lamps is under pressure, which requires special care when handling the headlight; accidental damage to the bulb may result in fragments getting into the eyes. When servicing halogen headlights, strictly adhere to the following recommendations:
- Proceed to unscrew the bulb only after it has completely cooled down. Do not turn on the headlights until the bulb replacement procedure is complete;
- Wear protective glasses when replacing lamps;
- When replacing lamps, avoid touching their bulbs - try to hold the lamp only by the base;
- Try not to shake or drop the lamps;
- Try to keep the flask free of dirt and moisture;
- Before disposal, place failed lamps in the standard cardboard packaging from the new lamp.
Removal
1. Open the hood and prop it open.
2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
3. Remove the lamp holder cover by turning it clockwise and pulling it outward.
4. Carefully turn counterclockwise to remove the socket with the bulb from the headlight housing.
5. Holding the lamp by the base, release it from the socket.
Installation
1. Holding the lamp by the base, carefully insert it into the socket.
2. Place the assembly into the headlight housing and turn it to lock it securely.
3. Press and turn counterclockwise to install the protective cover of the lamp holder. Make sure that the cover is securely seated to prevent moisture from entering the assembly or disrupting the focusing of the light beams.
4. Connect the negative cable to the battery and check the headlights for proper operation.
Front parking and side lights
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Remove the component restricting access to the corresponding lamp.
3. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise and remove it from its seat.
4. To release the lamp from the socket, pull it along its axis.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Front direction indicators
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Remove the two screws securing the turn signal lens.
3. Release the indicator assembly from the body panel.
4. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise and remove it from the indicator assembly.
5. To release the lamp from the socket, pull it along its axis.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Rear direction indicators, brake lights and parking lights
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Open the tailgate/trunk lid. Disconnect the relevant electrical wiring, release the clips and remove the rear trim panel of the relevant rear combination lamp assembly.
3. Turn and release the corresponding lamp holder from the lamp assembly housing.
4. To release the bulb from the socket, press it down and turn it 1/8 turn counterclockwise. Pull the bulb out of the lamp holder.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Reversing lights
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Open the trunk lid.
3. If equipped, remove the trim panel installed on the inside of the luggage compartment lid.
4. Turn the lamp holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and release it from the corresponding light assembly.
5. To release the lamp from the socket, pull it along its axis.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Side marker lights
Removal
1. Remove the two mounting screws and remove the corresponding light assembly from the vehicle body panel.
2. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise and release it from the lamp assembly.
3. To release the lamp from the socket, pull it along its axis.
Installation
Installation is carried out in reverse order.
High Level Brake Lights
Galant models 1994÷1998.
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Open the boot lid and disconnect the wiring from the high level brake light assembly - the brake light is accessible from under the rear parcel shelf.
3. Remove the mounting screws and remove the lamp holder from the brake light assembly.
4. Press lightly and turn the lamp clockwise to release the lamp from the socket.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Models Mirage up to 1996, Galant up to 1993 and Diamante 1992-1996.
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. On Mirage and Galant models, loosen the square tabs or mounting bolts and remove the cover from the high level brake light assembly.
3. On Diamante models, to remove the cover, you should carefully press its side tabs inward.
4. Press the lamp inward, turn it clockwise and remove it from the lamp holder socket.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Models Mirage since 1997, Galant since 1999 and Diamante since 1997.
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Open the boot lid and disconnect the wiring from the high level brake light assembly - the brake light is accessible from under the rear parcel shelf.
3. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise and release it from the lamp assembly.
4. Press lightly and turn the lamp clockwise to release the lamp from the socket.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
License plate lights
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Remove the two screws securing the license plate light lens.
3. Remove the lens from the rear wall of the trunk lid.
4. Pull the lamp towards you and remove it from the lamp holder.
Installation
Installation is done in reverse order. Do not forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.
Salon lamps
Removal
1. Using a small screwdriver, carefully pry off the lampshade of the corresponding lamp.
2. Release the lamp from the spring contacts.
Note: If the lamp has cone bases, slightly depress the locking catch/contact spring.
Installation
1. Check the condition of the working surfaces of the contacts; clean them if necessary.
2. Installation is carried out in the reverse order. Make sure that the lamp is securely fixed in the socket.
3. Finally, make sure that the lamps are functioning properly, then replace the lampshade.
Instrument cluster illumination lamps
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Warning! If the car stereo system is equipped with a security code, make sure you have the correct combination to activate the audio system before disconnecting the battery!
2. Remove the instrument cluster (see Section Removal and installation the instrument cluster).
3. Turn the bulb holder of the bulb to be replaced counterclockwise and remove it from the instrument cluster assembly.
4. To release the lamp from the socket, pull it along its axis.
Installation
1. Installation is carried out in reverse order - if necessary, transfer the coloured cap to the new lamp.
2. Don't forget to connect the negative wire to the battery and check the proper functioning of the lighting devices.