Headlamp Replacement for Cadillac Seville 1998
Removal Procedure
- Open the hood.
- Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to
Filler Panel Replacement - Upper
.
- Remove two bolts retaining the headlamp to the
headlamp mounting bracket.
- Pull the headlamp straight forward to disengage
the locator pin at the outboard edge of the headlamp.
- Disconnect the headlamp connector from the forward
lamp wiring harness.
Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Install the headlamp to the vehicle.
Connect the headlamp connector to the forward lamp wiring harness.
- Position the outboard portion of the headlamp
to align the locator pin with the headlamp mounting bracket.
- Press the headlamp rearward to engage the locator pin with the
headlamp mounting bracket.
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.
- Install two bolts
to retain the headlamp to the headlamp mounting bracket.
Tighten
Tighten the headlamp mounting bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the upper filler panel. Refer to
Filler Panel Replacement - Upper
.
- Close the hood.