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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the headlamp bulb/socket to the capsule.
  2. Install the headlamp bulb/socket retaining ring to the capsule, rotating clockwise until fully seated.
  3. Align and install the headlamp capsule to the headlamp mounting bracket.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the headlamp capsule to headlamp mounting bracket bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the headlamp capsule to headlamp mounting bracket bolts to 4 N.m (35 Ib. in).

  5. Install the headlamp assembly to the vehicle. Refer to HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT  .
  6. Check and adjust the headlamp aim as necessary. Refer to HEADLAMP AIMING  .
    Fig 1: Installing Headlamp Capsule To Headlamp Mounting Bracket Bolts
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