Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair

Headlamp Bulb Replacement

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution.

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the thumb screw from the back of the headlamp.




3. Release the headlamp retainer by lifting up.




4. Pull the headlamp straight forward, to release the ball stud from the grommet.
5. Remove the headlamp from the upper fascia support.
6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp.




7. Remove the bulb(s) from the headlamp by rotating counterclockwise.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the headlamp bulb(s) to the headlamp by rotating clockwise.





Important: The headlamp electrical connector must be positioned into the upper fascia support panel for proper seating of the headlamp.

2. Connect the electrical connector to the headlamp.
3. Position the headlamp to the upper fascia support.
4. Press the headlamp into the upper fascia support until the ball stud is fully seated.




5. Install the thumb screw to the rear of the headlamp.
6. Engage the headlamp vertical retainer, by sliding downward until fully seated.
7. Check the headlamp aim, if a new headlamp was installed, or if service or repairs in the front end area were made. Refer to Headlamp Aiming (Rendezvous).
8. Close the hood.