Vectra 2008 headlight bulb replacement

[Jeeperrmartin]

I have a Vectra 2008 headlight that is burn out. I assume you replace it from the rear. I got a cover unscrewed, but could not get it removed to get to the socket that holds the bulb. I had the generator slid out.

Does it indeed come out from the rear, or does the lens come off and you replace it from the front.

I want to make sure I am attacking this problem from the correct side.

[jimandsue60]

I have a 2007 Vectra 40 TD. There are 2 pieces of metal that slide up on the rear of the headlight housing. Once they are removed the complete assembly comes out forward.

Jim

[Jeeperrmartin]

Jim, I would like to thank you for the information on removing the light. It worked perfectly. I had wondered about that bar when I looked at it, but there also looked like other choices as well.

Well the bulb was not burnt out, but the female plug was arcing. I have the plug, but have not put it in yet. Have to get limbered up again to make the flexible bend to get to the back ever.

Thanks again,
Randy

[jimandsue60]

You are welcome.

I had a similar issue with the plug. One of the pins was loose inside the plug and had to have the little retaining pin bent a little more.

Jim