Headlight Replacement ST1300

[Chris09]

Manual says: removed the three point connector - does that just pull off?

Remove retainer - not sure how that comes off either

No problem getting at it, just don't know how it's supposed to come apart

 

[Obo]

The plug connector should pull off like any 3 wire car bulb.
Then remove the large rubber boot.
There's a spring clip that holds the bulb in. Two sides to squeeze inward and then it pivots like a hinge.

Spring is similar to this:



Photo creds to @ibike2havefun

 

[jfheath]

The three point connector requires that you press in two plastic strips either side of the connector - corresponding to the position of the two outer terminals.
With these pressed in, the connector will pull off. It is difficult to do with big hands like mine. I have pictures somewhere ….

 

[Chris09]

you da man
thanks!

 

[jfheath]

Here is the connector removed. The tab that I have marked with a red dot needs pressing in. There is another on the opposite side.

 

[Obo]

I don't think my '03 required anything pressed in in order to pull the plug off. I think it was just an interference fit.