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For 1990-2009 cars only

Headlamp Replacement Impala


Object Number: 1608516  Size: SF

Callout

Component Name

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Release the inner headlamp retainer by pulling the retainer upward in order to release the headlamp.

1

Bolt, Headlamp Assembly

Tighten
6 N·m (53 lb in)

2

Pin, Headlamp Lock

Tip
Pull headlamp from the outboard edge in order to release the lock pin from the fender flange retainer.

3

Connector, Forward Lamp Harness

Tip
Disconnect the electrical connector before removing the headlamp from the vehicle.

4

Assembly, Headlamp

Caution: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution in the Preface section.

Headlamp Replacement Monte Carlo


Object Number: 1865905  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

1

Headlamp Retainer

Tip
Lift upward on the retainer in order to release the headlamp from the radiator support.

2

Headlamp Screw

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in)

3

Headlamp Retainer Screw

Tighten
Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in)

4

Front Fender Upper Outer Rail Locator

5

Headlamp Assembly

Procedure

  1. Pull the inside edge of the headlamp outward.
  2. Pull and release the outer edge of the headlamp by grasping the outer edge and giving the headlamp a quick jerk.
  3. Disconnect the forward lamp harness from the headlamp electrical connector.
  4. Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.