Headlamp Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the front fascia at the front fender.
2. Apply masking tape to the forward edge of the fender and the fascia in order to prevent damaging the following components during removal and installation:
^ The headlamp lens
^ The fascia
3. Remove the 4 bolts (2) that retain the headlamp module (3) to the vehicle.
4. In order to disengage the locator pin from the fender, remove the headlamp module (3) using the following steps:
4.1. Lower the inboard edge of the headlamp.
4.2. Lift the outboard edge of the headlamp.
5. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1).
6. Remove the park lamp socket by completing the following steps:
6.1. Squeeze the tang.
6.2. Turn the tang in a counterclockwise direction.
7. Turn the headlamp bulbs in a counterclockwise direction in order to remove the bulbs.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Turn the headlamp bulbs in a clockwise direction in order to install the bulbs.
2. Install the park lamp socket by turning in a clockwise direction until the tang on the socket engages with the retainer on the headlamp.
3. Connect the electrical connectors (1).
4. Install the headlamp to the vehicle. Verify that the locator pin on the headlamp is seated properly to the fender.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

5. Install the bolts (2) in order to retain the headlamp.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9.5 N.m (84 lb in).

6. Remove the masking tape from the fender and from the fascia. Remove the tape residue as needed.
7. Install the front bumper fascia to the fender.
8. If a new headlamp was installed, remove the horizontal aim adjuster restrictor from the headlamp. Discard the restrictor.
9. Aim the headlamp. Refer to Headlamp Aiming (Oldsmobile). Headlamp Aiming