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How to Remove the Front Headlight of a Jeep Compass

Model: Jeep Compass MK 49, MK 1 - Years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016
Part: Headlight

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Let's see how to remove the front headlight of a Jeep Compass. Open the bonnet (pull the bonnet release lever) and secure it. Remove the front headlight from the vehicle body.

Unscrew the retaining bolts on the headlight bar using a socket or battery-powered screwdriver. Unscrew the bolts located at the bottom of the headlight and other bolts.

Disconnect the bulb holder from the headlight and extract it from the vehicle body. Fit the new headlight with new bulbs (always of the correct type and size) and insert the headlight into its housing.

Finally, tighten the headlight bolts with the socket and reattach the bumper. Test the correct operation of the lights.


Updated on 11 March 2026 by ScegliAuto


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