Bulb Removal

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)

1.	Remove the main fuse. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Fuses and Relays.
2.	See Maintenance and Lubrication → Headlamp Adjustment → Headlamp Alignment Fastener: VRSCDX Models. Loosen the headlamp alignment fastener and allow headlamp assembly to drop slightly forward.
3.	See Figure 1. Remove screws with washers from headlamp bucket retainer. Remove retainer and nacelle from headlamp.
4.	Remove trim ring hardware. Remove trim ring.
5.	Squeeze the release latches to remove the connector from the headlamp bulb.
6.	Remove the rubber boot from the back of the housing.
7.	See Figure 2. Push down the wireform loop to release it from the retainer. Swing wireform out of the way.
	WARNING Handle bulb carefully and wear eye protection. Bulb contains gas under pressure, which, if not handled carefully, could cause serious eye injury. (00062b)
8.	Remove and discard bulb.

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)

1.	Install new bulb. Align the tab on the bulb with the notch in the headlamp housing.
2.	See Figure 2. Rotate wireform into place and latch under lip of retainer.
3.	See Figure 1. Install rubber boot at back of housing.
4.	Install connector to headlamp bulb.
5.	Install trim ring and hardware.
6.	Install nacelle and headlamp bucket retainer. Install screws with washers and tighten to 3.4–5.6 N·m (30–50 in-lbs).
7.	Install the main fuse.
	WARNING Be sure that all lights and switches operate properly before operating motorcycle. Low visibility of rider can result in death or serious injury. (00316a)
8.	Turn ignition on and check for proper operation.
9.	Align headlamp. See Maintenance and Lubrication → Headlamp Alignment.

1	Headlamp bucket retainer
2	Nacelle
3	Connector
4	Boot
5	Bulb
6	Trim ring
7	Position bulb (international only)

Figure 1. Headlamp Assembly: VRSCDX

1	Wire retaining clip
2	Retainer

Figure 2. Wire Retaining Clip