Water in the headlights?

98,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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DIRKBENDEX
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I have water in one of the headlights. What should I do?
Dec 28, 2010 at 10:05 PM
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KHLOW2008
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this happens when the headlight lens goes bad. This video shows the job being done on a similar car but the process is the same. step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://youtu.be/LzdJeeeRvvs

Here is a guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/headlight-lens-replacement

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what happens.
Jan 2, 2011 at 8:13 AM
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KERRYKTK
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It just rained and I have drops of water in my headlamp. (not fog/moisture)
I have a replacement headlamp. What instruction can you give me to replace this headlamp?
May 17, 2021 at 5:15 AM (Merged)
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KHLOW2008
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Hi kerryktk, Here are the procedures for headlight replacement. HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT 1. Remove the front bumper 2. Disconnect the connectors (A). 3. Remove the 5 mounting bolts (B), then remove the headlight assembly (C).


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_Headlight98AccordFig21_1.jpg

HEADLIGHT: 60/51 W FRONT PARKING LIGHT: 5 W 4 . Install the headlight in the reverse order of removal. 5. After replacement, adjust the headlights to local requirements. FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - SEDAN NOTE: "¢ An assistant is helpful when removing the front bumper. "¢ Take care not to scratch the front bumper and body. "¢ Put on gloves to protect your hands. Remove the front bumper as shown. Install the bumper in the reverse order of removal, and note these items: "¢ After reinstalling the center upper beam, check the aim of the headlights. "¢ Make sure the front bumper engages the side clips, and the hooks (of the center and corner upper beams) on each side securely. Replace any damaged clips.


https://images.2carpros.com/forum/automotive_pictures/192750_BumperFrt98AcccordFig03_1.jpg

May 17, 2021 at 5:15 AM (Merged)
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