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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 10:23 AM
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99 civic SI. I need to replace my parking lights, but i see there is no way to reach them unless i take the entire headlight assembly off. Is there any easier way to do this?
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 10:30 AM
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i dont think so, just unbolt the headlight assemblies, disconnect them form the harness and go to work
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 10:33 AM
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I tried already and one of my bolts busted. The top half just busted off, leaving the bottom part connected. I can't seem to get a wrench on the bottom nut. Something that should not be too difficult turned into more than work than i was looking for. What size wrench do i need?
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 12:33 PM
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has anyone done this before that knows the tools to use and could give me some assistance?? Need help!!
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 12:44 PM
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Just pull back the fender liner in the wheel wells. You might have to remove your wheels but I didn't have to since I have skinny hands and fingers.
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 12:46 PM
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That gives you enough clearance to reach the bulbs? Seems easier than taking the headlight assembly's out. Thanks for the help!
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 12:59 PM
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on my 95 hatch to change the turn signals i have to reach up in the wheel well and move the liner to get up in there. i have the angel eyes so its a straight up pain in the ass. also, you can just take off the entire front end.
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Old Oct 26, 2005 | 01:09 PM
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Yeah im trying to limit the work effort so i dont' want to rip off the front end
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