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Headlamp: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove headlamp fasteners (1,2) securing the headlamp to the vehicle.




2. Using a pry bar, carefully pry in the center area of the headlamp.




3. Pry the headlamp assembly straight forward in order to unsnap the headlamp ball stud (3) from its ball stud socket.
4. Slide the headlamp (4) straight forward and disconnect the headlamp connector from the forward lamp wiring harness.
5. Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the headlamp (4) to the vehicle and connect the electrical connector.
2. Press the headlamp rearward in order to engage the ball stud into the ball stud socket.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions..

3. Install the headlamp fasteners (1,2).

Tighten
Tighten the headlamp mounting fasteners (1,2) to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

4. Aim the headlamps. Refer to Headlamp Aiming.