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moe
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must i remove the front bumper
Daaavid,The smaller circle on the right is not even found in my 09 LaCrosse.
They're saying that you need to remove a few of the attaching points on that side of the front fascia in order to move it a bit to make clearance to remove the headlamp assembly. No need to remove the entire fascia. Those clips labeled 2&3 usually just pull up about an inch or so to release the 'knob' on the back of the HL assembly. It is captured in the slot of the knob with that retainer.Hi jft69z,
. I am a bit confused with what it means by "Loosen either the LF or RF bumper fascia corner in order to flex the fascia when removing the headlamp assembly." Would you happen to have access to the 08-09 LaCrosse service manuals?
Thanks!
Hi Joe,They're saying that you need to remove a few of the attaching points on that side of the front fascia in order to move it a bit to make clearance to remove the headlamp assembly. No need to remove the entire fascia. Those clips labeled 2&3 usually just pull up about an inch or so to release the 'knob' on the back of the HL assembly. It is captured in the slot of the knob with that retainer.
Some other GM vehicles use the same type of attachment system. Pull up, it releases the HL & pull it forward. It's sometimes a pain to get it back together, you need to make sure the knob is fully inserted into that retainer & that the retainer clip is fully engaged in the slot to capture & firmly hold the Lamp assembly in place. It's easier than it sounds I guess.
I have the electronic version of all the GM service manuals. PM me if you want a phone number & I may be able to explain it better than trying to type it out.
Joe