Discharge Headlight Control Module Removal/Installation

WARNING:

Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlights could result in electrical shock. Before servicing the discharge headlights, always refer to the service warnings. (See DISCHARGE HEADLIGHT SERVICE WARNINGS .)

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Disconnect the connector.

Fig 1: Identifying Discharge Headlight Control Module Connector
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Remove the screws.

Fig 2: Identifying Discharge Headlight Control Module Screws
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Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the clearance between the discharge headlight control module and connector shown in the figure.
Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, lift up the connector, and disconnect it.

Fig 3: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Into Clearance Between Discharge Headlight Control Module And Connector
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Fig 4: Moving Discharge Headlight Control Module And Connector
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Remove the seal.
Remove the discharge headlight control module.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 5: Removing Discharge Headlight Control Module Seal
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