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Headlamps, Removing and Installing - Through 10.04



Headlamps, Removing And Installing - Through 10.04

Removing
- Turn light switch to position "O".

CAUTION:
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Left headlamp







- Remove left engine cover -1 -.

Right headlamp







- Remove applicable right engine cover -1 -.







- Remove screws - arrows -.
- Remove Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Regulator Valve 1 N80 -1 - at air duct.
- Remove air duct - 2 -.







Both sides, continued
- Use adhesive tape to mask area beneath headlamp to prevent damage to paintwork.
- Remove screws -1 - and - 5 -.
- Loosen screws - 2 - and - 4 - (do not remove).
- Where applicable, remove cable tie.
- Disconnect electrical connection - 3 -.
- Remove headlamp from body towards front.

Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:







- Check whether both vent elements have been inserted on underside of headlamp - as illustrated -.
- Slide headlamp horizontally onto lower headlamp mounting as far as it will go.







- Position stop screw -1- so it makes contact with lock carrier.
- Use stop screw to align headlamp with body contours (gap widths).

NOTE: Pay attention to area around fender opening when aligning headlamp.

- Tighten screws - 2... 5 -.
- Following installation, check and adjust headlamps if necessary

Tightening torque