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Removal Procedure

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  1. Raise the hood.
  2. Lift upward on the headlamp retainer (1).
  3. Fig 1: View Of Headlamp Retainer
    GM1228437Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Pull the headlamp assembly outward enough to release the headlamp assembly from the upper fascia support.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Headlamp Assembly
    GM1228446Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Position the headlamp assembly away from the vehicle body to access the electrical connector.
  7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp assembly.
  8. Fig 3: Electrical Connector & Headlamp Assembly
    GM1228508Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.
  10. CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  11. Use caution handling halogen bulbs.

    Remove the headlamp bulb/socket from the headlamp, by turning counterclockwise.

  12. Remove the headlamp bulb/socket from the headlamp assembly.