Headlamp Replacement (Acadia)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Outlook, 2009 GMC Acadia, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2009 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Identifying Headlamp Capsule (Acadia TVD)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the front bumper fascia. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Acadia) or Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Enclave) or Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (OUTLOOK) or Front Bumper Fascia Replacement (Traverse) .
1	Headlamp Screws (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	Fender Brace Screw to Headlamp Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3	Headlamp Horizontal and Vertical Adjustment Nuts (Qty: 2) Procedure Set the cam adjusting nuts to the nominal setting of 6 turns off fully seated prior to installing the new headlamp assembly. Check the front bumper fascia to headlamp finish fit and adjust the cam nuts accordingly to achieve an even fit.
4	Headlamp Vertical Adjusting Bolt Bushing
5	Headlamp Assembly Procedure Gently pull forward the headlamp assembly. Disconnect the forward lamp harness from the headlamp assembly electrical connector. Remove the headlamp from vehicle.