How do you replace the low beam bulb in a 2005 Vauxhall Vectra 1.9?

Answer 1

You need to first take the cover off and if on left side. pull a tab down and remove

The washer bottle funnel needs to be revoved first for left light. It just wiggles out.

You must ensure the ignition if off for at least 30 min, there is a Xeon capacitor that gives a kick. Ideally do not toach this

Then remove anticlockwise the build holder and bulb.

Replace with new bulb in holder, do not touch glass, insert into build holder and then into hole. Twist clockwise to secure. Gentle since only small metal lugs hold it in place

Replace cover but remember the dready capacitor above. The cover has to also be wiggled into position without dropping

All operations are very tricky and fiddley since their is little space to work, most of all replacing the cover. Tip is to use sellotape so cover can be retrieved

There are two bolts which hold the whole unit to car body. I was tempted to remove them and then the whole would come out making fitting easire but withdrew when told there are springs and adjusters behind and the headlight would need to be re-aligned with garage equipment. Good luck to everybody doing this tricky one