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Old 11-06-2010 | 02:44 AM
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Replacing a broken retainer clip in the headlights

Hi, I accidentally broke the retainer clip on the driver side that's holding the headlight bulb while replacing the bulb. Does anyone know where I can get a replacement? I called te dealer and they said I would have to order a whole new driver side headlight for 1200
Old 11-06-2010 | 04:26 AM
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they probably don't make replacements for it that are readily available for sale.

Maybe remove your headlight, dissasemble it and fabricate your own clip. You can black out your headlights to while you're at it.
Old 11-06-2010 | 06:29 PM
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You can't buy that individual part from a dealership. Your only option is if you find one on a wrecked car in a salvage yard. But it's doubtful that they'd take it off if an intact light to sell you, you'd have to find one with a damaged light with the clip intact. Good luck.
Old 11-06-2010 | 06:42 PM
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I might have some spare part's. Post a picture of what exactly got broken
Old 11-06-2010 | 07:50 PM
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Damn dude, I had a broken headlight a while ago i threw away almost everything. Sorry to hear that, yea post a pic that way others can know exactly what you need.
Old 11-06-2010 | 08:48 PM
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is this kind spring clip?
Old 11-06-2010 | 09:26 PM
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I'm almost certain he's talking about the white plastic clip onthe top that is easily broken if you're not careful when removing or rewplacing them.
Old 11-06-2010 | 10:07 PM
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I'm almost certain he's talking about the white plastic clip onthe top that is easily broken if you're not careful when removing or rewplacing them.
It's called the headlight bulb retaining clip, it holds the bulb in place so it doesn't fall down, I'm bringing my car to igor in nyc next fri for some headlight work, hopefully he can help me out
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Originally Posted by dare738
It's called the headlight bulb retaining clip, it holds the bulb in place so it doesn't fall down, I'm bringing my car to igor in nyc next fri for some headlight work, hopefully he can help me out
My bad, I thought you were talking about the white plastic clip on top. Good luck with getting your lights worked on.
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