When to replace fog lights on a Pontiac Firebird?

When to replace fog lights on a Pontiac Firebird?

This article applies to the Pontiac Firebird (1999-2002). Headlights and fog lights go through a lot of abuse over the years, as they face endless road grime and nasty conditions. Over time, they simply get dirty and oftentimes damaged, requiring replacement.

How do you remove fog light from car?

Crawl underneath the car and locate the flap door access panels that are just in front of each tire. Remove the two 10mm bolts that hold each one in place and pull the panel out. Reach up inside and remove the three screws holding each fog light in place, then twist the bulb connector counterclockwise to remove.

How do you install a new fog light?

Reach up inside and remove the three screws holding each fog light in place, then twist the bulb connector counterclockwise to remove. Install the new fog lights by inserting the bulb connector and turning it clockwise, replacing the three screws. Replace each access panel and reinstall the two bolts in each.

How do you remove the trim from a headlight?

Use both hands to pull off the trim piece that surrounds each headlight. Remove the two Phillips screws on top of each headlight and the two on the bottom. Remove the trim piece around the headlights. Pull the headlights out and disconnect the three prong connector from the back of each one. Figure 1.

This article applies to the Pontiac Firebird (1999-2002). Headlights and fog lights go through a lot of abuse over the years, as they face endless road grime and nasty conditions. Over time, they simply get dirty and oftentimes damaged, requiring replacement.

Crawl underneath the car and locate the flap door access panels that are just in front of each tire. Remove the two 10mm bolts that hold each one in place and pull the panel out. Reach up inside and remove the three screws holding each fog light in place, then twist the bulb connector counterclockwise to remove.

Reach up inside and remove the three screws holding each fog light in place, then twist the bulb connector counterclockwise to remove. Install the new fog lights by inserting the bulb connector and turning it clockwise, replacing the three screws. Replace each access panel and reinstall the two bolts in each.

Use both hands to pull off the trim piece that surrounds each headlight. Remove the two Phillips screws on top of each headlight and the two on the bottom. Remove the trim piece around the headlights. Pull the headlights out and disconnect the three prong connector from the back of each one. Figure 1.

Where do you plug in a new headlight?

Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear of the headlight. Plug the three prong connector into the back of each new headlight. Place the trim ring around the headlights and replace the four Phillips screws. Push the headlight trim piece back into place and reinstall the four screws on the sides of each headlight.