Replacing bulbs
The bulbs in the halogen headlights, backup lights and rear fog light can be changed without the help of a workshop.
Halogen headlights are not available on all models and markets. Contact a Volvo retailer for more information.
LED1 bulbs must be replaced by a workshop. An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
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For information on lights not mentioned in this article, contact a Volvo dealer or a certified Volvo service technician.
The bulbs in the halogen headlights can be changed without the help of a workshop. Before a bulb can be replaced, the plastic covering over the headlight must be removed.
If you are experiencing problems with any lights other than light bulbs, contact a workshop2. If there is a problem with an LED1 light, the entire lamp unit will normally need to be replaced.
Warning
The vehicle electrical system must be in ignition mode 0 when bulbs are replaced.
Important
Never touch the bulb glass with your bare fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit on the reflector, which may damage it.
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If the error message persists after the defective bulb has been replaced, we recommend a visit to an authorized Volvo workshop.
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Exterior lighting such as headlights and taillights may develop temporary condensation on the inside of the lens. This is normal. All exterior lighting is designed to resist this. Condensation is normally vented out of the lamp housing once the light has been lit for some period of time.
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Bulbs for active curve lighting* contain traces of mercury and should therefore always be submitted to a certified Volvo service technician.