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Headlamp Replacement DeVille

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
  2. Remove the screw retaining the cornering lamp.
  3. Remove the corner lamp sockets and the cornering lamp.

  4. Object Number: 365006  Size: SH
  5. Remove the 2 nuts (3) retaining the headlamp (1) to the fender.
  6. Remove the upper bolt (2) retaining the headlamp housing (1) to the rail.
  7. Remove the lower bolt (4) retaining the headlamp housing (1) to the rail.
  8. Disconnect the headlamp wiring harness connector.
  9. Remove the headlamp housing (1).
  10. Disconnect the headlamp bulb electrical connectors.

Installation Procedure

  1. Connect the headlamp bulb electrical connectors.

  2. Object Number: 365006  Size: SH
  3. Position the headlamp housing (1) to the body.
  4. Connect the headlamp wiring harness connector.
  5. 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.

  6. Install the upper bolt (2).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (2) to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  8. Install the lower bolt (4).
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt (4) to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  10. Install the 2 nuts (3) in order to secure the headlamp housing (1) to the fender.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts (3) to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

  12. Install the cornering lamp sockets and the retaining screw.
  13. Do not tighten the screw.

  14. Align the cornering lamp with the headlamp so that only 2 mm (5/64 in) is between the lamps.
  15. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  16. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.

Headlamp Replacement Eldorado

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.

  2. Object Number: 365036  Size: SH
  3. Remove the cornering lamp assembly (2). Refer to Cornering Lamp Replacement .

  4. Object Number: 365032  Size: SH
  5. Remove the 3 bolts (3) retaining the headlamp housing (2) to the bracket.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  7. Remove the headlamp housing (2).

  8. Object Number: 365030  Size: SH
  9. Remove the headlamp bulb (3) from the headlamp housing (2).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 365030  Size: SH
  1. Install the headlamp bulb (3) to the headlamp housing (2).
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the headlamp.

  3. Object Number: 365032  Size: SH
  4. Install the 3 bolts (3) in order to retain the headlamp housing (2) to the bracket.

  5. Object Number: 365036  Size: SH
  6. Install the cornering lamp housing (2). Refer to Cornering Lamp Replacement .
  7. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.