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Installation Procedure Buick LeSabre VIII

Lighting Systems 3 illustrations ~898 words

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the headlamp switch (2) to the IP trim plate. (Scheme 167) CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  2. Install the fastener (1). Tighten the fastener to 2 N.m (18 in lbs).
  3. Connect the electrical connectors (2, 3). (Scheme 166)
  4. Install the IP trim plate. Refer to «TRIM PLATE REPLACEMENT - IP ACCESSORY LEFT»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Remove the left IP closeout/insulator panel. Refer to «CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the turn signal/hazard warning flasher (2) from the IP carrier.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the turn signal/hazard warning flasher (2).

Scheme 166

Scheme 166
Scheme 166
  1. Connect the electrical connector (1) the turn signal/hazard warning flasher (2).
  2. Install the turn signal/hazard warning flasher (2) to the IP carrier.
  3. Install the left IP closeout/insulator panel. Refer to «CLOSEOUT/INSULATOR PANEL REPLACEMENT - LEFT»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Remove the ashtray assembly from the vehicle. Refer to «ASHTRAY REPLACEMENT»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the bulb housing (1) from the ashtray frame.
  3. Remove the bulb from the bulb housing (1).

Scheme 167

Scheme 167
Scheme 167
  1. Install the bulb into the bulb housing (1).
  2. Install the bulb housing (1) into the ashtray frame.
  3. Install the ashtray assembly into the vehicle. Refer to «ASHTRAY REPLACEMENT»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Using a thin bladed tool, carefully pry the lamp lens from the overhead console.
  2. Using a thin bladed tool, carefully pry the metal shield inward until the retaining tabs clear the notches.
  3. Remove the metal shield.
  4. Remove the courtesy lamp bulb.
  1. Install the bulb into the overhead console.
  2. Insert one side of the metal shield into the overhead console.
  3. Gently squeeze the shield together just enough so the retainer tabs fit into the notches in the lamp cavity.
  4. Snap the lamp lens into the overhead console.
  1. Remove the Instrument Panel (IP) storage compartment. Refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - IP»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  3. Squeeze the tabs on the switch and lamp assembly in order to release the switch from the IP storage compartment.
  4. Remove the switch.
  1. Snap the switch and lamp assembly into the IP storage compartment.
  2. Connect the electrical connector. (Scheme 172)
  3. Install the instrument panel storage compartment. Refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - IP»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  1. Remove the IP compartment storage bin. Refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - IP»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  3. Depress the IP compartment lamp and switch assembly locking tabs in order to remove the lamp assembly from the IP storage compartment.
  4. Remove the bulb from the lamp housing.
  1. Install the bulb into the lamp housing.
  2. Snap the lamp housing and switch assembly into the IP storage compartment.
  3. Connect the electrical connector. (Scheme 174)
  4. Install the IP storage compartment. Refer to «STORAGE COMPARTMENT REPLACEMENT - IP»(/buick/lesabre/viii-2000-2005/remont/gauges-instrument-panels/#instrument-panel-gauges-console) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  1. Using a thin-bladed tool, insert the edge of the tool under the lamp lens.
  2. Carefully snap the lamp lens out of the pull handle assembly.
  3. Carefully remove the metal shield.
  4. Remove the bulb.
  1. Install the bulb into the pull handle assembly.
  2. Install the metal shield.
  3. Install the lens Into the pull handle assembly.
  1. Open the vanity mirror cover.
  2. Using a thin-bladed tool, insert the edge of the tool under the outside edge of the vanity mirror lamp lens, (4).
  3. Carefully snap the vanity mirror lamp lens (4) out of the retaining slots.
  4. Remove the vanity mirror lamp bulb (3).

Scheme 168

Scheme 168
Scheme 168
  1. Install the vanity mirror lamp bulb (3).
  2. Install the vanity mirror lamp lens (4) into the vanity mirror assembly.
  3. Close the vanity mirror cover.
  1. Remove the headlamp fasteners.
  2. Using a pry bar, gently pry in the center area of the headlamp assembly. Pry the headlamp assembly straight forward in order to unsnap the headlamp ball stud from the ball stud socket.
  3. Slide the headlamp straight forward and disconnect the headlamp electrical connectors from the forward lamp wiring harness.
  4. Remove the headlamp from the vehicle.
  1. Install the headlamp to the vehicle.
  2. Connect the electrical connectors.
  3. Position the headlamp in order to align the locator pins with the headlamp mounting bracket.
  4. Press the headlamp rearward in order to engage the ball stud with the ball stud socket. CAUTION: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  5. Install the headlamp fasteners. Tighten the headlamp mounting fasteners to 9 N.m (80 in lbs). see scheme 180