1998 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 167
1998 Nissan Altima Manual
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CAUTION ● High pressure halogen gas is sealed inside the halogen bulb. The bulb may break if the glass envelope is scratched or the bulb is dropped. ● When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope. ● Be sure the lip of the rubber cap contacts the headlight body. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB. CAUTION ● Use the same number and wattage as originally installed: Wattage 65/55 Bulb No. HB5 ● Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. ● Do not leave the bulb out of the headlight reflector for a long period of time as dust, moisture, and smoke may enter the headlight body and affect the performance of the headlight. Replacing the headlight bulb 1. Open the engine hood. 2. Disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear end of the bulb. 4. Push down the spring retainer. 5. Remove the headlight bulb. Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it. 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. ADI1007 HEADLIGHT AIMING ADJUSTMENT Before performing aiming adjustment, make sure of the following: 8-22 Do-it-yourself