How to Replace the Headlamp of a 2000 Grand Am

Headlamps on a vehicle are obviously of utmost importance to drivers. On occasion, the headlamp bulbs can burn out, just like regular light bulbs. When headlamps on a 2000 Pontiac Grand Am burn out or aren't functioning well enough, replace them immediately. Luckily, you can replace a headlight bulb just about anywhere as long as you have replacement bulbs handy.

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  Release and open the hood.

• 2

  Find the splash shield on top of the headlight assembly. Remove the splash shield's fasteners, then remove the splash shield.

• 3

  Lift the two clips holding the headlight assembly in place. Remove the entire headlight assembly by pulling it straight out.

• 4

  Rotate the bulb assembly about one-sixth of a turn counterclockwise. Pull out the bulb assembly.

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  Detach the bulb assembly from the wires and remove the bulb.

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  Insert the new bulb into the bulb assembly and reattach the wires.

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  Re-install the bulb assembly in the headlight housing by inserting it and rotating it about one-sixth of a turn clockwise until it is secure.

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  Re-install the headlight assembly to its original location and fasten the clips to secure it in place.

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  Re-install the splash shield to its original location and secure it in place with the fasteners. Test the new headlamp.