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      07-25-2017, 12:36 PM   #1
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How to remove H8 bulbs?

I have medium hands and am having trouble getting two fingers on the back of the bulbs? Any tips if you don't have friends with small hands around? I'd rather not remove the entire housing from the car.
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Anyone recommend removing the headlight housing from the car?
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Should we remove the fender and bumper to get the headlights out?
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Peel back the fender liner/remove partially - there are a couple bolts under bumper and follow them up the fender liner to peel it back. That should give you decent access to the back side of the headlight.

Also if you dont want to remove wheel, just turn the wheel in towards the engine for more room.
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      08-10-2017, 07:49 AM   #5
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The H8 bulbs for the halo lights are a b*tch to remove, and worse to replace. I shredded my hands doing it.
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