Headlight removal

I got that stupid hard to reach nut behind the fender off but do I need to remove the bolt too? Seems to be the only thing holding the light from coming out. I can move the light around but can’t get it to come out. I don’t want to brake anything I shouldn’t. Do I just need to force it? Thanks

 

https://youtu.be/G9r3feo_y8g?si=ZxaaPHpl_q43QVwF

 

Yeah I watched that video but it doesn’t show or say if that bolt needs to come out. I didn’t pull the inner fender liner down, was trying to get away with not doing it but I’ll do that now and see if that helps.

 

Look at 3:18…that bolt?

 

Ok call me an idiot. Pulled the liner back to get a good look and realized I removed the wrong bolt. I removed this nut right below it and thought the bolt that’s still there in that bracket was stopping me from getting it out. Thanks @HondaGM

 

Old ones were pretty bad

 

Glad you found it…they in yet

 

Just one. Had to stop to help the wife with a few things. Other one should go easier

 

When I replaced mine I laid on my back, stuck my hand up between the fender liner and plastic bumper, felt for the small bolt, put a socket on it, and removed the small bolt. I didn't remove the bumper cover or the fender liner. Just don't over-tighten it when replacing it. I suspect that is what the Toyota Tech does, only they have a lift.

 

Get some painter's tape and cover the lens with it so when put the new one in it will help to protect it from getting scratched. I also put tape on the metal edges of the body that could contact the lens. First time I removed them I put a nice scratch on one.