96 GT How to replace headlights?

[douglas]

I bought some new headlights (the whole thing, not just bulbs) and can't figure out how to get the old ones out. Any help appreciated.

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[DuckyGt]

have you popped the hood yet im sure there are some bolts there im just going on memory hear from my car i think you need like an allen wrench to get the bolts off.

[douglas]

Yes I popped the hood - it really wasn't very obvious where the bolts were and how to get them off.

[mustang_montana]

you unscrew the turn signals (one screw on each) first and they pop out with some work. then you remove the retaining clip on the upper plug of the headlight ( you will need to replace the clip when installing new headlights) . you then disconnect the headlight bulb, and pop out the headlights (there are 3-4 plugs that pop out, there are no other bolts as i remember). the headlight is in there real good so you have to give it a good tug. i broke my drivers side getting it out . you then do the reverse for installation, just remember to realign the beam. i did one at a time so i could use the stock one to align the new one. goodluck, its a half hour job if everything pops out good.

[douglas]

Thanks - I'll give it a shot.

[ahollings52]

three plugs, no bolts might take a good push to pop the new ones in

[Blk_96_GT]

i replaced mine there is a nut from the corner lights and three plug things it wasn't that hard