2004 Nissan Sentra Owner's Manual - Page 196

LIGHTS HEADLIGHTS The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. A bulb can be replaced from inside the engine compartment without removing the headlight assembly. Removing the headlight bulb 1. Open the engine hood. 2. Disconnect the battery cables. 3. If removing the driver's side headlight bulb, remove the battery and cover. 4. Disconnect the bulb connector. Pull back the red tab and take off the connector. 5. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove. A . 6. Pull out the headlight bulb and socket as an assembly. Do not shake or rotate the bulb when removing it. Do not touch the glass envelope B . 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. ● DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB ● Use the same number and wattage as originally installed: Wattage 65/55Bulb No. H13/9008* *: Always check with the Parts Department at a NISSAN dealer for the latest parts information. ● 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. ● Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is necessary, contact a NISSAN dealer. Replacing the headlight bulb Install in the reverse order of removal. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB. CAUTION Aiming is not necessary after replacing the bulb. When aiming adjustment is necessary, contact a NISSAN dealer. Adjusting the headlight aim LDI0347 If the headlights need aiming adjustment, please see a NISSAN dealer. 8-34 Maintenance and do-it-yourself