Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Aztek and 2004 Buick Rendezvous. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Headlamp Retainer

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CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in Cautions and Notices.

Open the hood.
Disconnect the headlamp retainer, by pulling up.

Fig 2: Identifying Headlamp

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Pull the headlamp from the lower center corner, in order to release the ball studs from the grommet retainers.

Fig 3: Locating Headlamp In Upper Fascia Support

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Remove the headlamp from the upper fascia support.

Fig 4: Identifying Headlamp Electrical Connector

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Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp.
Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.

Fig 5: Rubber Access Cover At Headlamp

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Remove the rubber access cover from the headlamp for the bulb you are replacing, if required.

Fig 6: Locating Headlamp Bulb

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Remove the headlamp bulb from the socket, turning counterclockwise.

Fig 7: Headlamp Bulb Electrical Connector

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Remove the headlamp bulb from the socket, if required.