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Spot Lamp Bulb Replacement Impala RPO 7X6, 7X7

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 556316  Size: SH
  1. Remove the spot lamp wiring harness push-in retainer from the windshield garnish molding, using a small flat bladed tool.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  3. Important: Hold the spot lamp seal beam in position.


    Object Number: 557272  Size: SH
  4. Remove the screws from the spot lamp bezel.

  5. Object Number: 557424  Size: SH
  6. Remove the spot lamp bezel from the spot lamp.

  7. Object Number: 557428  Size: SH
  8. Remove the sealbeam from the spot lamp.

  9. Object Number: 557582  Size: SH
  10. Loosen the screws to the electrical connectors on the back of the spot lamp sealbeam.

  11. Object Number: 557438  Size: SH
  12. Remove the electrical connectors from the back of the spot lamp sealbeam.
  13. Remove the sealbeam from the spot lamp.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 557438  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connectors to the back of the sealbeam.
  2. 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.


    Object Number: 557582  Size: SH
  3. Tighten the spotlamp bulb screws.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the spotlamp bulb screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 557428  Size: SH

    Important: The sealbeam must be clocked in the UP position, refer to the emblem on the face of the sealbeam.

  5. Install the sealbeam to the spot lamp.

  6. Object Number: 557424  Size: SH
  7. Hold the spot lamp seal beam in position.
  8. Install the spot lamp bezel to the spot lamp.

  9. Object Number: 557272  Size: SH
  10. Install the spot lamp bezel screws.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the spot lamp bezel screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 556316  Size: SH
  12. Install the spot lamp wiring harness push-in retainer from the windshield garnish molding, using a small flat bladed tool.
  13. Connect the electrical connector.
  14. Inspect the spot lamp for proper operation.