Thread: HOW TO replace headlight bulb. Pictured step by step instructions
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Old Dec 31, 2010 | 11:22 PM
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Default Re: HOW TO replace headlight bulb. Pictured step by step instructions
Originally Posted by onehundred80
Musclefan mentioned not being able to put the spring back after taking it out rather than lifting it up out of the way. Here is a view of the spring and its mounting points.
Just put one end in place and flex the spring enough to insert the other end.
Yeah I know, easier said than done, use needle nose pliers and a mirror, if you are nervous about it springing away tie a thin piece of string or thread to it and tie the other end down.
Since I did this post I have found that the easiest way to put the spring back in place is to do it by feel alone.
You know what it looks like so with one fingertip on a hinge point you slide the end of the spring under your fingertip and feel it go into its position. Move your finger tip to the other hinge point and repeat.
No mirrors required just use your sense of feel, it works a treat.
 
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