john.wigley |
Feb 10th, 2020 16:23 |
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Originally Posted by volvo2
(Post 2598503)
Yes, I heard of this. It seems to be the case for the face-lift models. Mine is a 2002 and although I would not say it is easy (eg best to remove the window washer filler tube on that side) at least the bumper does not need to come off. Appallingly bad design in my opinion.
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From our perspective, I can but agree, 'volvo2'. But whether it is 'bad' design or not depends upon your design criteria.
Cars have long been designed / engineered for ease and speed of assembly on the production line. Unfortunately for owners such as us, that often makes access difficult for changing many components, not just headlamp bulbs.
The more cynical among us may also see it as a ploy by all manufacturers to get us to spend more money with their dealers!
I'm sure it is also why we see so many 'one-eyed monsters' on the roads today. I always carry spare bulbs and, although I have in the past changed one in a works car park before setting off home up the motorway, it is certainly not a job to be done at the side of the road on a dark night in the pouring rain.
Regards, John.
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