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Sam94 · 07-21-2018, 04:16 PM

I have a 2014 Buick Regal GS that was recently at a GM body shop getting some work done. The drivers side headlight assembly (has HID) was replaced (new). At night the light does not look right. Its more of a 'spot light' compared to the passenger side. When I complained about it they ordered a new one but it still looks the same. I also noticed when I go over some bumps in the road the light on the drivers side shining on the road 'bounces' as if the bulb was loose. When I shine the lights on the wall can lightly slap the headlight and you can see the light 'bounce'. Did the tech not do a certain adjustment or maybe not install the HID bulb correctly (twice) ? I contacted my insurance company (was an insurance claim) and they said not to go back there but take it to another GM dealer and let them know.

kevint · 07-24-2018, 11:03 AM

It looks like it wasn't mounted and/or adjusted properly. There should be a section in the owner's manual describing how to adjust it.

Sam94 · 07-26-2018, 06:06 AM

How do I remove this HID bulb ? Owners manual says see dealer.

Expunge · 07-26-2018, 08:29 AM

search youtube

Sam94 · 07-26-2018, 09:06 AM

I already searched YouTube, could not find that type with that metal clip on one side.

PNYKLR2 · 07-26-2018, 12:05 PM

From what I remember you squeeze the 2 prongs that stick out. They are like a snap ring but has a hinge on one side. They are a total pain in the butt. Be very careful because its fairly easy to break or damage the mount. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB! The oil on your skin can cause the bulb to shatter once it gets hot. Removing them is easy getting them back in properly might make you frustrated. Last one I changed was on a Buick Enclave. Had to remove fender well assembly to get access or take off the front bumper.

Sam94 · 07-26-2018, 08:15 PM

I found the problem. The bottom of the bulb is not fully seated in the socket. I was able to push the bulb then it popped in. When I tested the lights they looked normal. The problem is I can't get that bottom metal retainer to latch so the bulb is still loose. Is it possible that something broke where that retainer locks into ?

Sam94 · 07-28-2018, 08:12 AM

I was able to get the bottom metal retainer latched and now the HID light in locked in. Someone on a Buick website sent me pictures on how the latch looks. Hopefully when I drive tonight the lights will look normal

07-21-2018, 04:16 PM	#1
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	Need GM tech help for my Buick I have a 2014 Buick Regal GS that was recently at a GM body shop getting some work done. The drivers side headlight assembly (has HID) was replaced (new). At night the light does not look right. Its more of a 'spot light' compared to the passenger side. When I complained about it they ordered a new one but it still looks the same. I also noticed when I go over some bumps in the road the light on the drivers side shining on the road 'bounces' as if the bulb was loose. When I shine the lights on the wall can lightly slap the headlight and you can see the light 'bounce'. Did the tech not do a certain adjustment or maybe not install the HID bulb correctly (twice) ? I contacted my insurance company (was an insurance claim) and they said not to go back there but take it to another GM dealer and let them know. Attached Images __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

07-26-2018, 06:06 AM	#3
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	How do I remove this HID bulb ? Owners manual says see dealer. Attached Images __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

07-26-2018, 09:06 AM	#5
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	I already searched YouTube, could not find that type with that metal clip on one side. __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

07-26-2018, 12:05 PM	#6
PNYKLR2 Drives: 2017 Camaro 1SS Convertible Join Date: Jul 2018 Location: Springfield, IL Posts: 51	From what I remember you squeeze the 2 prongs that stick out. They are like a snap ring but has a hinge on one side. They are a total pain in the butt. Be very careful because its fairly easy to break or damage the mount. DO NOT TOUCH THE BULB! The oil on your skin can cause the bulb to shatter once it gets hot. Removing them is easy getting them back in properly might make you frustrated. Last one I changed was on a Buick Enclave. Had to remove fender well assembly to get access or take off the front bumper. __________________ 17' Camaro 1SS Vert - Plastidip for 50 Hp gain.

07-26-2018, 08:15 PM	#7
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	I found the problem. The bottom of the bulb is not fully seated in the socket. I was able to push the bulb then it popped in. When I tested the lights they looked normal. The problem is I can't get that bottom metal retainer to latch so the bulb is still loose. Is it possible that something broke where that retainer locks into ? __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device

07-24-2018, 11:03 AM	#2
kevint Drives: 2013 1SS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: New Jersey Posts: 716	It looks like it wasn't mounted and/or adjusted properly. There should be a section in the owner's manual describing how to adjust it.

07-26-2018, 08:29 AM	#4
Expunge Drives: 2013 ZL1 M6, '99 Tahoe 2Dr Sport Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: South of Houston, TX Posts: 890 View My Garage	search youtube

07-28-2018, 08:12 AM	#8
Sam94 Drives: 2015 Camaro 1SS RS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: South Florida Posts: 300	I was able to get the bottom metal retainer latched and now the HID light in locked in. Someone on a Buick website sent me pictures on how the latch looks. Hopefully when I drive tonight the lights will look normal Attached Images __________________ 2015 Camaro 1SS/RS Blue Velvet Metallic, L99, Airaid Intake Tube, Akebono Ceramic Brake Pads, Borla S-Type Axle Back, GM Strut Tower Brace, Range Device