Headlamp Replacement for Buick Park Avenue 2000
Removal Procedure
- Remove the headlamp retainers.
- Using a pry bar, carefully pry in the center area of the headlamp.
Pry the headlamp assembly straight forward in order to unsnap the headlamp
ball stud from the ball stud socket.
- Slide the headlamp straight forward and disconnect the headlamp
connector from the forward lamp wiring harness.
- Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the headlamp to
the vehicle.
- Position the headlamp in order to align the locator pins with
the headlamp mounting bracket.
- Press the headlamp rearward in order to engage the ball stud with
the ball stud socket.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the headlamp
bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the headlamp mounting bolts to 6 N·m (53 lb in).