headlamp removal 2006 XC70

93240se · Jun 24th, 2015, 21:24

Can anyone tell me if it is easy to remove the headlamp on a 2006 xc70? Need to change the left hand side dip beam lamp but unable to reach it, ECU etc in the way. Handbook only shows to release a clip on top but there isn't one ! two bolts on slam panel hold lamp in but does bumper need removing ?

Thanks, Richard.

PeteB1 · Jun 24th, 2015, 22:02

To remove the headlamp on 2006/2007 V/XC70, you will have to remove the bumper. If you have xenon dips, then you may have to do this, see recent Tiredgeek posts on this. But if you have ordinary halogen bulbs, you should be able to change bulb without removing ECU/air filter top. I find it OK to change my conventional LH side bulb just by removing ECU push on cover, then remove bulb clip in the lamp, remove bulb, replace bulb, clip in position and replace connector. Takes me about 15 mins to remove connector, clip and bulb anf replace with new. Has to be done by feel and sight through front of headlamp but it can be done.

HTH

outnumbered · Jun 24th, 2015, 22:21

it is a lot easier to take out the air box this will then give you more room .
this is what i do

GrahamBrown1 · Jun 25th, 2015, 06:28

if you have the time keep trying without removing anything as once you cracked its easy, I can do both sides with everything in place in about 10 mins on my s60. My v70 on the other hand is pain in the arse as its older and the layout is different and I need to remove the air box ect

93240se · Jun 25th, 2015, 08:54

Thanks chaps, I'll give it another go. Of course the lamp I need to replace is the only one I can't get to, all others are accessible .

Would help if handbook actually related to the correct procedure!

Regards,
Richard

93240se · Jun 25th, 2015, 23:58

Well I managed to change the lamp tonight, and yes it was a pain in the arse to do. Air box did not just lift off but needed some force to release, with removing 2 ducts and lifting the air box made just enough room to do the job, however working upside down using a mirror is not the easiest job to do. And at £11 a lamp from dealers for H7 you need to be very careful handling them! At least they are marked long life, I hope so !
Give me the 240 any time for this sort of "easy job"

Regards, Richard.

october37 · Jun 26th, 2015, 14:41

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Originally Posted by 93240se

Can anyone tell me if it is easy to remove the headlamp on a 2006 xc70? Need to change the left hand side dip beam lamp but unable to reach it, ECU etc in the way. Handbook only shows to release a clip on top but there isn't one ! two bolts on slam panel hold lamp in but does bumper need removing ?

Thanks, Richard.

Its much easier to remove the ECU and Air Box than the front bumper cover, it also gives you a chance to remove all the dead flies and leaves from the air box, as Main Dealers seem to overlook this when servicing. Dont forget to disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait 10 minutes before removing the ECU.

2006 XC70se D5 Geartronic

o1975 · Nov 29th, 2016, 12:33

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Originally Posted by october37

Its much easier to remove the ECU and Air Box than the front bumper cover, it also gives you a chance to remove all the dead flies and leaves from the air box, as Main Dealers seem to overlook this when servicing. Dont forget to disconnect the battery negative terminal and wait 10 minutes before removing the ECU.

2006 XC70se D5 Geartronic

This is very true, bout' the dead flies. No one except us owners really bothers about giving a car the proper TLC.

Could anyone elaborate on why waiting 10mins before ECU-unplugging is necessary? I recently unplugged mine, twice, without waiting 10 mins..
Oh dear.

outnumbered · Nov 29th, 2016, 13:09

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Originally Posted by o1975

This is very true, bout' the dead flies. No one except us owners really bothers about giving a car the proper TLC.

Could anyone elaborate on why waiting 10mins before ECU-unplugging is necessary? I recently unplugged mine, twice, without waiting 10 mins..
Oh dear.

To let the Modules shut down properly
Mike

oragex · Nov 29th, 2016, 17:54

If the air box needs removed, just depress with an extension on each of the 3 retaining clips, like in this video at 0:40 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gyp0kbmkobQ

I have these bulbs made in Germany (for real) for the past three years

Jun 24th, 2015, 21:24	#1
93240se VOC Member 3801 Last Online: Today 09:03 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Castle Douglas	headlamp removal 2006 XC70 Can anyone tell me if it is easy to remove the headlamp on a 2006 xc70? Need to change the left hand side dip beam lamp but unable to reach it, ECU etc in the way. Handbook only shows to release a clip on top but there isn't one ! two bolts on slam panel hold lamp in but does bumper need removing ? Thanks, Richard.

Jun 24th, 2015, 22:02	#2
PeteB1 VOC Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2017 16:04 Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Malvern	To remove the headlamp on 2006/2007 V/XC70, you will have to remove the bumper. If you have xenon dips, then you may have to do this, see recent Tiredgeek posts on this. But if you have ordinary halogen bulbs, you should be able to change bulb without removing ECU/air filter top. I find it OK to change my conventional LH side bulb just by removing ECU push on cover, then remove bulb clip in the lamp, remove bulb, replace bulb, clip in position and replace connector. Takes me about 15 mins to remove connector, clip and bulb anf replace with new. Has to be done by feel and sight through front of headlamp but it can be done. HTH __________________ '07 P2 Willow Green XC70 D5 (185), 6 speed Geartronic, SE, As standard.

Jun 24th, 2015, 22:21	#3
outnumbered Lunatic from Wakefield Last Online: Apr 16th, 2023 06:33 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: wakefield	it is a lot easier to take out the air box this will then give you more room . this is what i do __________________ 2012 volvo xc90 Executive Buccaneer Bermuda 2021

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GrahamBrown1 VOC Member Last Online: Today 08:52 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: North Yorkshire	if you have the time keep trying without removing anything as once you cracked its easy, I can do both sides with everything in place in about 10 mins on my s60. My v70 on the other hand is pain in the arse as its older and the layout is different and I need to remove the air box ect __________________ Previous -03 S40, 04 V70 D5, 04 V70 D5 Sport, 05 V50, 07 S60 D5, 09 V70 D5 R design, 12 XC60 DrivE, 15 V60 D3 Current- 05 XC90 D5 Exec, 12 XC70 D4 AWD Se Lux, 14 S80 D3 Se Lux

Jun 25th, 2015, 08:54	#5
93240se VOC Member 3801 Last Online: Today 09:03 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Castle Douglas	headlamp removal Thanks chaps, I'll give it another go. Of course the lamp I need to replace is the only one I can't get to, all others are accessible . Would help if handbook actually related to the correct procedure! Regards, Richard

Jun 25th, 2015, 23:58	#6
93240se VOC Member 3801 Last Online: Today 09:03 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Castle Douglas	headlamp removal Well I managed to change the lamp tonight, and yes it was a pain in the arse to do. Air box did not just lift off but needed some force to release, with removing 2 ducts and lifting the air box made just enough room to do the job, however working upside down using a mirror is not the easiest job to do. And at £11 a lamp from dealers for H7 you need to be very careful handling them! At least they are marked long life, I hope so ! Give me the 240 any time for this sort of "easy job" Regards, Richard.

Nov 29th, 2016, 17:54	#10
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	If the air box needs removed, just depress with an extension on each of the 3 retaining clips, like in this video at 0:40 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gyp0kbmkobQ I have these bulbs made in Germany (for real) for the past three years __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c Last edited by oragex; Nov 29th, 2016 at 17:57.

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