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Removal Procedure

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    CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the thumb screw from the back of the headlamp.
  3. Fig 1: Locating Headlamp Retainer
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  4. Release the headlamp retainer by lifting up.
  5. Fig 2: View Of Headlamp
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  6. Pull the headlamp straight forward, to release the ball stud from the grommet.
  7. Remove the headlamp from the upper fascia support.
  8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the headlamp.
  9. Fig 3: Identifying Headlamp Bulb
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  10. Remove the bulb(s) from the headlamp by rotating counterclockwise.
  11. Fig 4: Locating Headlamp Trim Tabs
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  12. Release the headlamp trim tabs from the headlamp, if required.
  13. Fig 5: View Of Headlamp Trim
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  14. Remove the headlamp trim from the headlamp, pulling to release the adhesive tape.
  15. Clean adhesive from the headlamp trim and headlamp using 3M™ adhesive remover P/N 8984, or equivalent.