Headlamp Bulb: Service and Repair
HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Raise the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp assembly bolts from the upper fascia support.
3. Slide the headlamp assembly outward enough to release the headlamp bracket tabs from the slots (1) in the upper fascia support.
4. Position the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle body to access the electrical connector.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp assembly.
6. Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp bulb/socket.
8. Remove the headlamp bulb/socket retainer ring from the headlamp, by turning counterclockwise.
9. Remove the headlamp bulb/socket from the headlamp assembly.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the headlamp bulb/socket to the headlamp assembly.
2. Install the headlamp bulb/socket retainer ring to the headlamp assembly, turning clockwise until fully seated.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the headlamp bulb/socket.
4. Connect the electrical connector to the headlamp assembly.
5. Position the headlamp assembly to the vehicle body, just outward of the installed position.
6. Align the headlamp bracket tabs to the slots (1) in the upper fascia support. Slide the headlamp inward to engage the tabs.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
7. Install the headlamp assembly bolts to the upper fascia support.
Tighten
Tighten the headlamp assembly bolts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
8. Check and adjust the headlamp aim as necessary. Refer to Headlamp Aiming
9. Close the hood.