Headlights 90 accord
quakercarlos
12-13-2006, 12:25 PM
does anyone know how to remove the HEadlights from this car were are the screws, I know there is this ball joing looking screw on top and when i take that off the head lights still wont come off. Is there screws In the bottom. If anyone has pictures or anything were i can see them please let me know, I need to replace my broken headlights, oh and its not the bulb i know how to change that. thank you
somick
12-13-2006, 01:31 PM
There is no way I can attach a file on this board, so I am copying and pasting it here. I doubt you will see pictures. If you still need them post your e-mail address here and I will send you the entire file.
Good luck!
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Sealed Beams
Fig. 1: Headlamp mounting on 1984–85 Accords
Fig. 2: Headlamp mounting on 1986–89 Accords and 1984–91 Preludes
CAUTION
Most headlight retaining rings and trim bezels have very sharp edges. Wear gloves. Never pry or push on a headlamp; it can shatter suddenly.
On cars with pop-up or retracting headlamps, turn the ignition switch OFF. Operate the retractor switch on the dash to bring the headlight doors up. The headlights should be off when the doors are up.
Remove the headlight bezel (trim). On 1984–85 Accord, the trim involves the one piece lamp surround and corner molding.
Fig. 3: Remove the screws securing the headlight bezel
The sealed beam is held in place by a retainer and either 2 or 4 small screws. Identify these screws before applying any tools. Do not confuse the small retaining screws with the larger aiming screws. There will be two aiming screws or adjustors for each lamp. (One adjustor controls the up/down motion and the other controls the left/right motion.) Identify the adjustors and avoid them during removal. If they are not disturbed, the new headlamp should be in identical aim to the old one.
Using a small screwdriver (preferably magnetic) and a pair of needle-nose pliers if necessary, remove the small screws in the headlamp retainer.
Fig. 4: Remove the screws securing the retaining ring. Be sure not to disturb the adjusting screws
5. NOTE: A good kitchen or household magnet placed on the shank of the screwdriver will provide enough grip to hold the screw during removal.
Remove the retainer and the headlamp may be gently pulled free from its mounts. Detach the connector from the back of the sealed beam unit and remove the unit from the car.
Fig. 5: Remove the retaining ring . . .
Fig. 6: . . . then unplug the connector from the back of the lamp. Be sure to transfer the rubber boot to the new lamp
8. To install:
Place the new headlamp in position and connect the wiring harness. Remember to install the rubber boot on the back of the new lamp. Also, make sure the headlight is right-side up.
Have an assistant turn on the headlights and check the new lamp for proper function, checking both high and low beams before final assembly.
Install the retainer and the small screws that secure it.
Reinstall the headlight trim. Replaceable Bulb
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Raise and prop the hood.
Remove any components necessary to access the lamp.
Fig. 7: Late model Accords and Preludes are equipped with replaceable bulb headlamps
Unplug the connector from the back of the lamp. The connector may be very tight and require wiggling to loosen; support the lamp while with your other hand while wiggling the connector loose.
Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise, then pull the bulb from the lamp housing. To install:
WARNING
Hold the new bulb by the base; do not touch the glass part with fingers or gloves. The grease left on the glass will form hot spots and shorten the life of the bulb. If the glass is accidentally touched, clean the glass with alcohol.
Install the new bulb. Make certain all three guide tabs fit into their correct slots. Turn the ring clockwise to lock it in place.
Engage the wiring connector firmly.
Connect the negative battery cable and turn the headlights on. Check both high and low beam function.
Reinstall any components removed for lamp access.
Good luck!
REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
Sealed Beams
Fig. 1: Headlamp mounting on 1984–85 Accords
Fig. 2: Headlamp mounting on 1986–89 Accords and 1984–91 Preludes
CAUTION
Most headlight retaining rings and trim bezels have very sharp edges. Wear gloves. Never pry or push on a headlamp; it can shatter suddenly.
On cars with pop-up or retracting headlamps, turn the ignition switch OFF. Operate the retractor switch on the dash to bring the headlight doors up. The headlights should be off when the doors are up.
Remove the headlight bezel (trim). On 1984–85 Accord, the trim involves the one piece lamp surround and corner molding.
Fig. 3: Remove the screws securing the headlight bezel
The sealed beam is held in place by a retainer and either 2 or 4 small screws. Identify these screws before applying any tools. Do not confuse the small retaining screws with the larger aiming screws. There will be two aiming screws or adjustors for each lamp. (One adjustor controls the up/down motion and the other controls the left/right motion.) Identify the adjustors and avoid them during removal. If they are not disturbed, the new headlamp should be in identical aim to the old one.
Using a small screwdriver (preferably magnetic) and a pair of needle-nose pliers if necessary, remove the small screws in the headlamp retainer.
Fig. 4: Remove the screws securing the retaining ring. Be sure not to disturb the adjusting screws
5. NOTE: A good kitchen or household magnet placed on the shank of the screwdriver will provide enough grip to hold the screw during removal.
Remove the retainer and the headlamp may be gently pulled free from its mounts. Detach the connector from the back of the sealed beam unit and remove the unit from the car.
Fig. 5: Remove the retaining ring . . .
Fig. 6: . . . then unplug the connector from the back of the lamp. Be sure to transfer the rubber boot to the new lamp
8. To install:
Place the new headlamp in position and connect the wiring harness. Remember to install the rubber boot on the back of the new lamp. Also, make sure the headlight is right-side up.
Have an assistant turn on the headlights and check the new lamp for proper function, checking both high and low beams before final assembly.
Install the retainer and the small screws that secure it.
Reinstall the headlight trim. Replaceable Bulb
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Raise and prop the hood.
Remove any components necessary to access the lamp.
Fig. 7: Late model Accords and Preludes are equipped with replaceable bulb headlamps
Unplug the connector from the back of the lamp. The connector may be very tight and require wiggling to loosen; support the lamp while with your other hand while wiggling the connector loose.
Turn the retaining ring counterclockwise, then pull the bulb from the lamp housing. To install:
WARNING
Hold the new bulb by the base; do not touch the glass part with fingers or gloves. The grease left on the glass will form hot spots and shorten the life of the bulb. If the glass is accidentally touched, clean the glass with alcohol.
Install the new bulb. Make certain all three guide tabs fit into their correct slots. Turn the ring clockwise to lock it in place.
Engage the wiring connector firmly.
Connect the negative battery cable and turn the headlights on. Check both high and low beam function.
Reinstall any components removed for lamp access.
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