2005 Dodge Viper Owner's Manual - Page 207

MAINTAINING YOUR VEHICLE 207 High Intensity Discharge Headlights (HID) The headlights are a type of high voltage discharge tube. High voltage can remain in the circuit even with the headlight switch off and the key removed. Because of this, you should not attempt to service a headlight bulb yourself. If a headlight bulb fails, take your vehicle to an authorized dealer for service. Tail, Tail/Stop, and Marker Lamp Bulb Replacement 1. Open the trunk. Remove two access panel fasteners. Remove the access panel. WARNING! A transient high tension occurs at the bulb sockets of High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights when the headlight switch is turned ON. It may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if not serviced properly. See your authorized dealer for service. NOTE: If High Intensity Discharge (HID) lights are not working, recycle the headlight switch 4 times to see if it will restrike. 7