1996 Nissan Altima Owner's Manual - Page 136
1996 Nissan Altima Manual
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FUSIBLE LINKS LIGHT BULBS HEADLIGHTS The headlight is a semi-sealed beam type which uses a replaceable headlight (halogen) bulb. 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. DI1315 When handling the bulb, do not touch the glass envelope. If the electrical equipment does not operate and fuses are in good condition, check the fusible links. If any of these fusible links are melted, replace only with genuine NISSAN parts. 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. Turn the bulb cover counterclockwise, then remove it. 5. Pull off the rubber cap. DI1316S 6. Push and turn the retaining pin to loosen it. 7-21