how to you replace the headlight?
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how to you replace the headlight?
My right front headlight is not working. So I got a new headlight a Sylvania p/n H5006. How do you get the headlights stay up while car is not running? I was told there was a pin, I have to pull out under the dashboard by the brake battle . I found the owners manual and did not say anything about how to change the headlights.
Thanks
Russ
Thanks
Russ
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From: Beecher Illinois
There's a little **** on the lower dash lip just under the steering column. Pull it down with the motor running.
here it is in this pic............
here it is in this pic............
Last edited by KapsSA; Oct 8, 2012 at 09:15 PM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Northwest Iowa
Melting Slicks
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From: Northwest Iowa
It's not really behind it, just under it, pointing straight down to the floor. Should be able to see it from kneeling down on the ground outside the door (unless it is busted off).
Also, on my '75, there is two *****. One also resets the trip meter on the speedo by turning it.
Also, on my '75, there is two *****. One also resets the trip meter on the speedo by turning it.
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Hi,
I believe it's not a good idea to just pull the headlight door open with the hoses still on the actuator. It puts extra strain on the diaphram's seal and can tear it because of it's age.
So reach up and disconnect the hoses; then pull the door open.
Regards,
Alan
I believe it's not a good idea to just pull the headlight door open with the hoses still on the actuator. It puts extra strain on the diaphram's seal and can tear it because of it's age.
So reach up and disconnect the hoses; then pull the door open.
Regards,
Alan