Headlight housing, removing and installing
CAUTION:
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
- Disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal.
- When reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as specified in this article. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .
WARNING:
- HIGH VOLTAGE!
- Always disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal prior to servicing any parts of the HID lamp system marked with the yellow "HIGH VOLTAGE!" symbol.
- After disconnecting battery, briefly turn headlights on and off in order discharge any residual voltage.
Removing
- Disconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .
- Remove front bumper trim
Refer to 63 BUMPERS
- Remove screws -arrows-.
- Slide headlight towards radiator in order to disengage mounting pin -1- from retainer -2-.
- Disconnect electrical connections.
- Remove headlight housing from opening.
Installing
Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:
- Connect electrical connections.
- Engage mounting pin -1- in retainer -2-.
- Install screws -arrows- and hand-tighten only.
- Install front bumper trim
Refer to 63 BUMPERS
Check headlight housing alignment with bumper trim. If alignment is necessary, proceed as follows:
- Loosen screw -3-.
- Turn adjuster -2- as necessary to bring headlight housing in alignment with bumper trim.
- Tighten all screws -arrows-.
- Reconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .
- Check/adjust headlights after installing. Refer to Halogen headlights, adjusting .
Tightening torque
| Component | Nm |
| Headlight housing to lock carrier | 6.5 |