Ok so I proceeded to start my HID install today, before we go any further I've installed about 20 of these kits on various vehicles including my Bike so I'm not afraid of 'em

I removed the two bolts that hold the headlight assembly in and I was unable to finagle the headlamp out. So I grabbed the OEM service manual and the first step in removing the headlamp assemblies says "Remove Front Fasica" WTF?! Every picture I've seen on here shows people installing these without removing the fasica.

That said I jump over to the fascia removal instructions and step one of removing the fascia is remove the headlamps?!?! WTF Someone has a sick sense of humor LOL so did anyone have to remove thier fascia to get these in and if not do you have any tips/tricks for getting the headlamp assemblies out without trashing the fascia?

Thanks!

 

Ironic isnt it? You just have to play around with them to get them out. Make sure you get the 2 tabs on the bottom out first. Other than that its just wiggling lol

 

nope, i just takes alot of fandangeling to get them out, dont be afraid to use some muscle. the fitment of these fascias are clearley not the best.

 

Also, I had to remove the little plastic fasteners holding the front facia/grill on so I could get mine off.

 

just pull back on the fascia a lil bit towards you, push the inside corners of the headlight down into the car and wiggle them out

 

Ok that makes me feel a little better, I removed the upper fasica clips and closeout clips.. I figured if I DID get it out I'd never get it back in LOL Well I guess I'll drag it into the shop tomorrow and see if I can get them out... At least I got my armrest in!

 

When you put them back in, I would suggest putting a microfiber towel or something down on inner corner of the bumper so you don't mess it up, mine is all spidered cause I didnt.

 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1wJUeuwaUg

You're welcome lol.

 

Haha i never read the service manual that's funny though...i've never taken the bumper off to get them out

 

Yeah, they come out pretty easy if you know what you are doing. The first time is a little difficult until you get it out and look at it and say "ah, duh!"

 

Heheh thanks My car is pretty tight we'll see if that works!

Yeah its funny its a complete circle if you read the manual :\