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How do you change a headlight on 2002 Porsche Boxster?

Porsche Boxster 986: Replacing the headlight bulbs

NOTE: You can gain access through the frunk (front trunk), but we found that it is much easier to turn the steering wheel all the way to the right and remove the plastic cover from inside the fenderwell.

1. Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right.

2. Lift up on the plastic cover. Remove the two push pins that hold it in place.

3. Remove the rubber flap with the push pin.

4. Remove the three bolts holding the headlight assembly. They are all 10mm.

5. Gently pry the headlight assembly towards the outside edge of the car. Slide it along the slot that runs from top to bottom until you can remove it from the car.

6. Now you can remove the lightbulbs. Twist the socket counter-clockwise to unlock it, then pull the bulb straight out of the socket. To remove the high beam bulb, you must first press down on the connector tab and then slide it out of the connector.

7. When you reinstall the headlight assembly, remember to align it so that it is seated in the channel that will allow you to push it in towards the center of the car.