Front Lamp Unit - Installation

LAMP

WARNING: To avoid serious or fatal injury when working on the High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlamp system, be certain to take the proper precautions. The headlamp switch must be in the OFF position. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable. There is a risk of death caused by contact with high voltage used in the HID headlamps. There is a risk of explosion or fire caused by highly flammable materials in the vicinity of damaged HID lighting elements. There is a risk of injury caused by exposure to Ultra Violet (UV) light, a risk of burns caused by high component operating temperatures, a risk of mercury poisoning through glass splinters produced by bursting HID lighting elements. There is also a risk of poisoning caused by inhalation of mercury vapors and by toxic salts and mercury compounds being ingested or coming into contact with the skin. Do not come into contact with parts that are under high voltage. Persons with active electronic implants (e.g. heart pacemakers) must never work on HID headlamps. Wear insulated safety shoes, safety glasses and protective gloves. Remove flammable materials and ensure sufficient ventilation in the working area.





1. Check to be certain that the three front lamp unit plastic nuts (3) are properly installed and in good condition.
2. Position the lamp (1) close enough to the front of the vehicle to reconnect the headlamp and dash wire harness connector (4) to the pigtail connector on the back of the lamp housing.
3. Position the lamp to the front of the vehicle. Be certain that the lower inboard lamp mounting bracket is captured between the metal mounting bracket on the top of the front frame crossmember and the tab of the plastic front fascia reinforcement. Push the tab of the front fascia reinforcement forward far enough for lamp mounting bracket clearance while maneuvering the lamp unit outboard during installation.
4. Install and tighten the three screws (2) that secure the two lower and the upper inboard lamp mounting brackets to the front end sheet metal. Tighten the screws to 2 Nm (16 in. lbs.).
5. If the engine fresh air intake tube was removed during lamp removal, position it between the lamp and the radiator yoke hydroform and snap it into the air cleaner housing.
6. Reinstall the grille onto the front of the vehicle. Grille - Installation.
7. If equipped, reinstall the front lamp unit cover over the top of the lamp. Front Lamp Unit - Installation.
8. Reconnect the battery negative cable.
9. Confirm proper headlamp alignment. Front Lamp Aiming.