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Headlight Assembly: Repair

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Toyota RAV4. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. INSTALL LOWER HEADLIGHT PROTECTOR RETAINER 

    HINT:

    • If the installation area of the headlight assembly is damaged, use the supply bracket for low-cost repair.
    • Ensure that the headlight assembly is not damaged.
    1. Cut off the part shaded in the illustration and sand smooth with sandpaper.
      NOTE: After cutting off the part, place the lower headlight protector retainer against the bosses and gradually file away the old bracket if it interferes with the installation of the supply bracket.
      Fig 1: Identifying Shaded Part
      G05585992Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002
    2. Install the lower headlight protector retainer with the 2 screws.
      Fig 2: Identifying Lower Headlight Protector Retainer And Screws
      G05585993Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002