How to Replace Headlight 00-01 Nissan Altima
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 40 min · Nissan Altima
Replace a headlight assembly, including removing the front bumper cover, on a 2000-2001 Nissan Altima.
Tools you will need
- Socket extensions
- Flat blade screwdriver
- Phillips head screwdriver
- 8mm socket
- 10mm socket
- Ratchet
Parts and supplies
- Headlight assembly
Steps
- Remove the front bumper cover
Pop the fascia's four top push clips and roughly eight underneath, unbolt the two 10mm bolts on each side of the bumper cover, then pull the cover off and set it aside.
- Remove the old headlight assembly
Remove the three nuts holding it in, unplug the harness and bulbs, then set the assembly aside.
- Install the new headlight assembly
Plug in the bulbs and harness, bolt the assembly in with a socket, ratchet and extensions, then refit the bumper cover by clipping in all the push clips and bolting in the two 10mm bolts.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.