How to Replace the Headlight Bulb on a Santana?

[LeRuth]

Disconnect the power socket of the bulb. When pulling out the bulb's power socket, apply moderate force to avoid loosening the wiring. Remove the bulb from the reflector. Place the new bulb into the reflector, aligning it with the fixing position. Press the wire clip to insert the bulb into the reflector. Finally, reconnect the headlight power socket.

[Curtis]

I've been driving my Santana for several years, and replacing the headlight bulbs by myself is actually quite simple, so don't worry too much. First, turn off the engine and disconnect the power to avoid electric shock. Then, find the spare bulb and toolkit in the trunk. The headlights of the Santana are usually located at the rear side. Start by removing the two screws on the headlight cover using a Phillips screwdriver. Then, gently take out the old bulb, but avoid touching the glass surface directly as finger grease can shorten the bulb's lifespan. When handling the new bulb, check the model, such as H7 or 9005, and insert it correctly. After reassembling, test if the lights work. Remember, in winter when it's cold, plastic parts become brittle, so move slowly to prevent breakage. The whole process takes just a few minutes. After finishing, clean the headlight cover to maintain brightness.