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Removal Procedure

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CAUTION: The high intensity discharge system produces high voltage and current. To reduce the risk of severe shocks and burns:
  • Never open the high intensity discharge system ballast or the arc tube assembly starter.
  • Never probe between the high intensity discharge system ballast output connector and the arc tube assembly.
  1. Open the hood.
    2. Fig 1: View Of CPA & Electrical Connector
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  2. Remove the Connector Position Assurance (CPA) (2) from the electrical connector (1) to the headlamp wiring harness.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the headlamp wiring harness.
  4. Remove the front fascia close-out panel. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Lower Close Out Panel Replacement .
    5. Fig 2: View Of Headlamp Assembly, Wheelhouse & Nuts
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  5. Remove the nuts (2) attaching the headlamp assembly (1) to the front wheelhouse (3).
  6. Remove the headlamp (1) from the wheelhouse (3).
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