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Old 01-02-2013, 10:28 PM
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Any body know a short instruction on how to remove the front bumper easy or a easy way to remove the front lights??? (Just got halos trying to swap)
 
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Originally Posted by bram95
Any body know a short instruction on how to remove the front bumper easy or a easy way to remove the front lights??? (Just got halos trying to swap)
you don't need to remove the bumper COVER to remove the lights but it does make it easier...
there are 3 screws holding the lights on....two under the grille and one underneath the light...there is also a ball in a socket that makes it difficult to remove once the screws are out...all you need to do is pull straight towards the front of your truck...should pop out...

if you're still confused heres another thread that might be helpful:

'06 headlight removal
 
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Like Paul said, 2 Screws behind the grill (side of light) and one between the bumper and bottom of headlight.
You might need a LONG extension, or 2 to reach them. I use 2, 3-4" Ones stuck together todo mine.



 

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I use an 8 inch extension and long socket. Makes it easy to reach all 3 and not be hitting against the bumper as you turn the ratchet.
 
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Originally Posted by Dragon05
I use an 8 inch extension and long socket. Makes it easy to reach all 3 and not be hitting against the bumper as you turn the ratchet.
I use a Torx and either a Screw Driver, or Impact haha. Oh and 2, 4" Extensions because I dont got a longer one, yet.
 



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