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Old Nov 7, 2004 | 03:59 PM
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does anyone know how to "safely" take out the stock headlights of a 98' accord lx 4dr without breaking them? ..id search but the damn thing is unavailable.... Even a link to a "how to" guide would be alright. thnx.
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Old Nov 7, 2004 | 05:56 PM
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Default Re: 98 accord headlight (drivinaway367)

Do you mean the lightbulbs or the plastic unit?

The lights just twist out.

The headlight unit is secured by three or four screws--I just did mine, but I had everything off the side of the car. You'll probably have to take off the bumper cover--if you do, be prepared to get replacements for the clips that will probably break. Mine was held in by three screws--one on top, one on the side and one underneath. Yours may have a fourth screw on top.

You may not need to take off the entire cover--work the clips off on the top and on the side. Maybe you can leave the clips on bottom alone?

Good luck.
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Old Nov 7, 2004 | 06:40 PM
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To take the whole headlight out you have to take off the bumper, its not that hard, just remember where everything goes...if you want get some crayons and a piece of paper and you can draw yourself a lil remember sheet
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Old Nov 7, 2004 | 07:16 PM
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yeah i was hesitant to change my headlights becasue i had to take off the bumper, but when i got the bumper off it was cake... peace
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Old Nov 8, 2004 | 10:35 AM
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heres a good link:

http://handaaccessories.com/ac...r.pdf
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Old Nov 8, 2004 | 03:34 PM
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Default Re: 98 accord headlight (BuCxLuXoRX2o0o)

thnx guys i plan on puttin in aftermarket plastic units and i couldnt see where the screws were.. Any idea on how long it takes?
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