Headlamp: Service and Repair

HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the upper filler panel.




3. Remove the bolts (1) retaining the headlamp to the headlamp mounting bracket.




4. Remove the bolt retaining the headlamp to the lower rail.




5. Pull the headlamp forward and rotate upward order to disengage the nylon grommet at the outboard edge of the headlamp. A firm pull may be required.
6. Disconnect the headlamp connector.
7. Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Connect the headlamp electrical connector.

IMPORTANT: Do not push too hard while connecting the electrical connector or you could push the connector through the headlamp housing.




2. Place the headlamp over the lower rail stud.




3. Position the outboard portion of the headlamp in order to align the nylon grommet with the headlamp mounting bracket.
4. Press the headlamp rearward in order to engage the nylon grommet with the headlamp mounting bracket.




5. Install the bolt that retains the headlamp to the headlamp mounting bracket.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the mounting bolt to 6 N.m (53 lb in).




6. Install the bolts (1) that retain the headlamp to the headlamp mounting bracket.

Tighten the headlamp mounting bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

7. Install the upper filler panel.
8. Close the hood.