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Old Sep 15, 2012 | 03:01 PM
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Default Re: Removing the head light assembly

Originally Posted by J-Walk
My lights are super gunked with crap. It makes the car look used. So I went out and bought the 99.999% Meth alcohol to clean them up. I've removed all of the bolts holding the head lamp assembly in place on the driver side (haven't yet attempted the passenger) but I can't get the thing removed from its spot or the wire harness to detach. Do I have to remove anything else?

Is there a step to step guide on how to do remove the head light assembly? Seems like it'd be a simple thing to do.
1. the wiring connector can be difficult, but persistence will pay off.
2. remove the 2 metal adjusters on the bottom to get a bit more clearance for removal.
3. wait till you can move the assembly around a bit before attempting to remove the running light. ( don't forget to put it back in before securing the unit !!! )
4. upon re-assembly, get the unit in, then start the 2 metal adjusters a couple of turns.
5. secure the unit with the upper 2 bolts.
6. screw the adjusters in until they just touch the lower mounting brackets, then replace the 2 lower bolts.
7. If you haven't already, re-connect the wiring connector.
 
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