Replacing bulbs

Updated 2023-06-08

The bulbs in the halogen headlights 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.

Note

For information on lights not mentioned in this article, contact a Volvo dealer or a certified Volvo service technician.

The headlight bulbs can be replaced without the assistance of a workshop, but before a bulb can be replaced, the plastic cover over the headlight needs to be removed.

The low beam lights will be accessible when the headlight's round rubber cover has been removed.

The bulbs of the turn signals, high beam and daytime running lights/parking lights are accessible once the rectangular headlight cover has been 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.

Note

If the error message persists after the defective bulb has been replaced, we recommend a visit to an authorized Volvo workshop.

Note

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.

Note

Bulbs for active curve lighting* contain traces of mercury and should therefore always be submitted to a certified Volvo service technician.