Headlamp: Service and Repair

HEADLAMP REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Open the hood.




2. Remove the thumb screws (4) that retain the headlamp (3) to the headlamp bracket (1).
3. Pull the headlamp (3) forward in order to disengage the rear retaining pin (2).




4. Remove the headlamp (1) from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

NOTE: Avoid touching the bulb or letting the bulb come in contact with anything damp. Oil from your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when the bulb is turned on. If either comes in contact with the bulb, clean the bulb with alcohol or a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry.

6. Turn the headlamp bulbs (2, 3, 4) counterclockwise in order to remove the bulbs.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Turn the headlamp bulbs (2, 3, 4) clockwise in order to install the bulbs.
2. Connect the electrical connectors.
3. Install the headlamp (1) to the vehicle.




4. Press the headlamp (3) rearward in order to engage the rear retaining pin (2).
5. Install the thumb screws (4) in order to retain the headlamp (3) to the headlamp bracket (1).
6. Aim headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Aiming.
7. Close the hood.