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Headlamp Capsule Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Outlook. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Headlamp Capsule
GM1864354Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Headlamp Capsule Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: 
Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement .
1 Headlamp Assembly Bolts (Qty: 4)
CAUTION: The high intensity discharge system produces high voltage and current. In order to reduce the risk of severe shocks and burns, the battery negative cable must be disconnected any time service work is being performed on or around the high intensity discharge system.
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.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:  6 N.m (53 lb in)

2 Fender Brace to Headlamp Screw

Tighten:  6 N.m (53 lb in)

3 Headlamp Adjuster Nut
4 Headlamp Vertical Adjuster Bolt Bushing
5 Headlamp Capsule Assembly
Tip:  Disconnect the forward lamp harness electrical connector from the headlamp prior to removing the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.