GM 25735602
Headlamp Bulb

The process of changing the headlamp bulb starts with properly elevating the vehicle for work access. Access to the fascia extension retainers becomes possible after removing the push-pin retainers installed on the air deflector. Then unlock the hood. Use a pair of pliers to remove all push-pin retainers that join the grille and fascia to the top tie bar but keep the first retainer past the center flexible. Disassemble the front fascia extension by first removing bolt which holds the front fascia to the fender and secondly loosening bolt securing the front fascia to the fender. Guide the front fascia to position its studs at the enlarged hole section inside the fender key slot before pulling it downward to separate it from the fender. Unfasten the three headlamp bolts then unplug the headlamp washer hose (if present) before straight pulling the headlamp forward to release the fender socket from the ball stud. The operator should disconnect the front lamp electrical connector while pulling the grille assembly slightly forward to pull out the lamp assembly from its position. First remove the headlamp bulb cover together with the bulb from the assembly while following strict halogen bulb safety guidelines. You should first install the new bulb inside the assembly then reinstall the cover. Install the assembly by reconnecting its electrical connectors which are located behind. Push the headlamp assembly toward the fender until the front ball stud creates a connection with the socket then fasten it by tightening bolts to 6 n.m (53 lb in). Push the fascia to insert its studs into fender key slots followed by pulling it toward the rental to attach it while using bolts (1, 2) that need tightening to 9 n.m (80 lb in). Fasten the front fascia extension in place before putting push-pin retainers on the upper front fascia and grille to the upper tie bar. Then shut the hood and lower the car. Finish the installation by placing the air deflector properly then fasten it with push-pin retainers before setting the vehicle to ground level.

The first step to replace a headlamp bulb begins by removing push-pin retainers securing the upper fascia and grille assembly to the upper tie bar in order to bend the assembly forward. The installation starts with removing the bolt combined with the push-pin retainer which keeps the headlamp assembly fixed to the upper tie bar. The forward movement of the upper fascia and grille assembly provides access to the bolt at its bottom inboard headlamp side before the assembly can be pulled directly out to detach the snap-in retainer from its lower outboard contact area. After rotating the assembly users should clear the front fascia until they can pull the assembly out toward the vehicle. Disconnect the electrical connector of the headlamp before removing the assembly. First remove the headlamp bulb cover and the headlamp bulb socket attached to the assembly before you take off the headlamp bulb from its place. The next step involves disconnecting the side marker bulb socket combined with bulb which faces outward on the headlamp assembly before proceeding to remove the parking lamp bulb socket with bulb from the inner side of the lamp unit. The installation process begins with putting the headlamp bulb inside its socket followed by placing the socket into the headlamp assembly and then secure the headlamp bulb cover in place. Proceed by installing the side marker bulb in its socket before placing the socket in position while the process is repeated for the parking lamp bulb and socket. Connect the headlamp electrical connector before repositioning the assembly into place while verifying the bolt holes match properly and the snap-in retainer securely locks into position. After properly placing the headlamp assembly bolt at the bottom inboard side you should install the top push-pin retainer which connects to the upper tie bar before finally tightening all bolts to 6 n.m (53 lb in). Complete the procedure by putting back the push-pin retainers for the upper fascia and grille assembly followed by hood closure.

Secure the headlamp with the three bolts, tightening them to 6 N.m (53 lb in).