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Front Fog Lamp Replacement Base

Removal Procedure
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    2. Object Number: 1326365 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the front fog lamp assembly.
  3. Twist the bulb about ¼ turn counterclockwise.

    4. Object Number: 1215798 Size: SH
  4. Remove the fog lamp bulb from the lamp housing.

    5. Object Number: 1217685 Size: SH
  5. Remove the nuts mounting the front fog lamp assembly to the lower grille.

    6. Object Number: 1217686 Size: SH
  6. Remove the fog lamp assembly from the lower grille.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1217686 Size: SH
  1. Install the fog lamp assembly to the lower front grille.

    2. Object Number: 1217685 Size: SH

    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.

  2. Install the front fog lamp mounting nuts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).


    Object Number: 1215798 Size: SH
  3. Install the fog lamp bulb into the lamp housing.
  4. Twist the bulb about ¼ turn clockwise to lock the bulb into the housing.

    5. Object Number: 1326365 Size: SH
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the fog lamp assembly.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Inspect the fog lamp alignment. Adjust the alignment if necessary. Refer to Fog Lamp Aiming .

Front Fog Lamp Replacement SS


Object Number: 1675199 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. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  2. Remove either the LF or RF front fender liner. Refer to Front Fender Liner Replacement.
  3. Disconnect fog lamp bulb socket electrical connector.

1

Front Fog Lamp Adjuster Screw

  1. Remove the adjuster screw from the fog lamp bracket and lamp assembly.
  2. Count the number of turns when removing the adjuster screw for a reference upon installation.
  3. Aim the fog lamp after installation. Refer to Fog Lamp Aiming .

2

Front Fog Lamp Screws (Qty: 2)

Tighten
2 N·m (18 lb in)

3

Front Fog Lamp Assembly

Tip
Remove the lamp assembly from the fog lamp bracket.

4

Front Fog Lamp Bulb

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

Tip
Turn the bulb socket counter clockwise and remove from lamp assembly.