How do you change a headlight in a 1998 Chevy Metro?

Answer 1

*note: As it is unknown which light is out, and since it is recommended to replace both lights, directions for both the passanger and driver side lights are provided. After purchasing two 9007 bulb's from your local autoparts store and popping the hood... 1) Gain access to the driver side plug and bulb on the back-side of the headlamp by removing the battery. This is done by unscrewing the bolt on the left side of the base of the battery which clamps down a metal plate that holds it in place. After removing the bolt and plate, you should have enough room by simply lifting and moving the battery backward, without unplugging it. I did. 2) Gain access to the driver side plug and bulb by removing the air-filter. Don't forget to remove the bolt found further down the air shaft that helps hold it in place. Remove the bold will allow you to unclip the air-filter casing and slide it out of its hooks on the bottom. 3) Remove the plug and bulb on the back-side of each headlamp by twisting the retaining ring (counter-clockwise when faceing it from the inside of the hood). You will then be able to twist and pull out the plug and bulb from the headlamp assembly. 4) Remove the bulb from the plug by pushing down the clip that holds it in place while pulling the bulb out. Push the new bulb into the plug until you hear the clip snap it into place. Turn on the headlights after each replacement to make sure it works before you finish the job. 5) Twist the plug assembly and ring back into place (this may take a bit of fiddling as it is snug and is kinda' like a puzzle), replace the air-filter and battery, and enjoy your new and functioning headlights!