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F30 Aftermarket headlights Install Guide
Your F30
Pick your year to see what fits.
This page covers the US F30 and F32.
Sharper front end
Medium$150–$4501–3 hrs
Why do it
Black housings change the look of the whole front of the car.
Tools you'll need
- Socket set
- Screwdrivers
- Trim tool
Starting out? See our budget tool list.
Parts to buy
- Spec-D headlights (2012-2015) Listed for these years.Fits 2012–2015
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Before you start
- Have a helper hold the bumper when it comes off. Lay it on a blanket.
Steps
Remove the bumper
- Take off the bumper cover.
Remove the headlight
- Unbolt the old light and unplug it.
Fit the new headlight
- Plug in the new light and bolt it in.
Refit the bumper
- Refit the bumper.
How to know it worked
- Low beams, high beams and signals all work.
- Beams are aimed so they don't blind other drivers.
- Headlights sit even with the bumper and hood.
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Safety first
- Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
- Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
- Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
- Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
- Wear safety glasses.
- If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.
Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.