Headlamp Replacement (Escalade PLATINUM)

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Headlamp Replacement (Escalade PLATINUM)
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Fig 1: Headlamp Assembly And Components (Escalade PLATINUM)
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Headlamp Replacement (Escalade PLATINUM)

Callout Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Remove the 2 forward wheelhouse liner screws.
  2. Remove the 3 washer container push pins.
  3. Open the hood.
  4. Through the wheelhouse opening, loosen the lower headlamp bolt (1) but do not remove.
  5. Remove the 2 upper headlamp bolts.
  6. Grasp the headlamp at the upper inboard and lower outboard side and pull the headlamp forward to disengage from the lower radiator support bracket.
  7. Pull the outboard side of the headlamp forward until the locating pins disengage from the radiator support.
  8. Disconnect the forward lamp electrical harness connector from the headlamp control module.
1 Headlamp Lower Screw
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
6 N.m (53 lb in)
2 Headlamp Screw (Qty: 2)
Tighten 
6 N.m (53 lb in)
3 Headlamp Support Bracket
TIP:  Pull to release the headlamp tab from the bracket on the radiator support.
4 Forward Lamp Harness Electrical Connector
5 Headlamp Assembly
TIP:  The headlamp assembly is light emitting diode (LED). The only part serviceable is the ELC module, transfer the module as needed upon headlamp replacement.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.