WARNINGHandle bulb carefully and wear eye protection. Bulb contains gas under pressure, which, if not handled carefully, could cause serious eye injury. (00062b)
NOTICE
When replacement is required, use only the specified sealed beam unit or bulb, available from a Harley-Davidson dealer. An improper wattage sealed beam or bulb, can cause charging system problems. (00209a)
If a headlamp bulb filament burns out, the bulb must be discarded and a new bulb installed. Refer to Specifications → Specifications → Bulb Chart for bulbs.
Bulb Removal
NOTE
Make note of components during disassembly to aid in correct assembly.
- See Figure 1. Remove mounting screws (7). Remove trim ring (4).
- Remove bulb (2) and headlamp connector from back of headlamp lens (3).
- Disconnect headlamp connector from bulb.
- For International Models: Rotate connector (6) one-quarter turn and remove bulb assembly from housing. Pull position bulb (5) to remove.
Bulb Installation
NOTICE
Never touch the quartz bulb. Fingerprints will etch the glass and decrease bulb life. Handle the bulb with paper or a clean, dry cloth. Failure to do so could result in bulb damage. (00210b)
NOTE
When installing a new bulb, be sure connector contacts are clean for good electrical contact.
- See Figure 1. Install new bulb and assemble the headlamp components.
- For International Models: Install new bulb (5) in connector (6). Install connector in housing.
- Install trim ring and screws.
- If necessary, align headlamp assembly. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Headlamp Alignment.
| 1 | Dual bulb housing |
| 2 | Headlamp bulb(s) |
| 3 | Headlamp lens |
| 4 | Trim ring |
| 5 | Bulb, position - HDI models only |
| 6 | Connector - HDI models only |
| 7 | Mounting screw(s) |
Figure 1. Headlamp Bulbs: Dual Headlight