How to Replace Headlight and Bulb 01-04 Nissan Frontier
Difficulty: Beginner · About 20 min · Nissan Frontier
Replace a headlight and its bulbs on a 2001-2004 Nissan Frontier.
Tools you will need
- Socket extensions
- 10mm socket
- Ratchet
- Swivel
Parts and supplies
- Headlight assembly
- Headlight bulb
Steps
- Remove the headlight
Remove its two 10mm bolts, pull it forward and out, then disconnect its wiring harnesses.
- Service the bulbs
Twist the ring off the headlight bulb socket, pull the socket out, push in the new one, twist the ring back on, then twist the smaller sockets out, swap their bulbs, and twist them back in.
- Install the headlight
Twist the bulb sockets out of the old headlight and unclip its wiring harnesses, twist them into the new headlight and clip the harnesses back on, push the headlight into place, then insert its two 10mm bolts.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.