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Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet)

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Fig 1: Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet)
GM1837076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedure

  1. Remove the upper radiator grille. Refer to Radiator Grille Replacement (Chevrolet) or Radiator Grille Replacement (GMC) .
  2. Behind the headlamp at the top of the front bumper access the lower inside hidden headlamp bolt.
  3. Loosen the bolt only, do not remove, the lower outside hidden headlamp bolt.
1 Headlamp Screws (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)

2 Headlamp Screw (Hidden)

Tighten:  Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)

3 Headlamp Housing Support

Procedure

  1. Apply masking tape to the front bumper end caps to protect the painted surface.
  2. For the right side lamp assembly only, disengage the upper retainer for the radiator air baffle.
  3. Release the headlamp from the support tab, rotate the lamp assembly towards the center of the vehicle.
  4. Disengage the headlamp electrical connector from the forward lamp harness.