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With hood open, use a cross-tip screwdriver or socket wretch to loosen the bracket fastener. The screw has a washer on it so be sure to carefully remove the screw with the washer and set it aside. It's a good idea to set it somewhere where it won't fall into the engine compartment or roll around freely. The coolant reservoir is placed on a retainer so it won't just come straight out if you pull it straight up. Firmly but carefully shift/tilt the reservoir assembly to the right (assuming you are facing the car) and it should loosen considerably.
If you are replacing the head lamp, you do not have to clamp the hoses to prevent spillage. You just have to place the tank out of the way. Be careful not to place it on hot surfaces if you just recently used the vehicle.
If you are replacing the reservoir, make sure that you pinch off the hose with a clamp to prevent spillage from the radiator. Turn the reservoir upside down. Loosen the hose clamp that connects to the reservoir.
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Directions above are great. But for me, on a 2001 Altima GXE, a 3/8 inch bolt holds down the bracket fastener. After removing the reservoir fastener I was stumped as to how to get the reservoir out.
Headlamp: You have to remove the reservoir to get to the passenger-side headlamp (take out the battery to get to the driver-side). And if you are replacing the headlamp...2001 is different than 2002 and over. Even NAPA Auto Parts gave me the wrong bulb. Best to bring the old bulb in with you.
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