Unit, Front Lamp: Removal
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 fatal injury 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.
- Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable. If equipped with an Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS), disconnect the IBS connector first before disconnecting the negative battery cable.
- Remove the front fascia. Refer to FASCIA, FRONT, REMOVAL
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- Remove the retainers (1) to remove the right or left fender close out panel (2) from the top of the fender ledge and just position the closeout (2) aside.
- Remove the two front fasteners (1).
- Remove the two side fasteners (1).
- Remove the top fastener (1).
- Pull the lamp away from the front of the vehicle far enough to access and disconnect the FEM wire harness connections on the back of the lamp housing.
- Remove the front lamp unit from the vehicle.