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[kfashley]

This is close to the last post but a simpler query. I have removed headlamps in pre facelift cars without problem. My 2003 2.6 has just failed the MOT as the offside headlamp was too low and the adjusters would not lift it. There is nothing loose! However I expect it will be the standard problem.
I removed the plastic strip below the head lamp in one piece and a self tapping screw and 8mm bolt above the headlamp. The head lamp is now loose with nothing apparently holding it but I cannot pry it out. There is no sign of the deeply recessed bolt below the headlamp that I was used to on prefacelifts. Have I missed some thing? It looks as if I need to remove the front wing but I am sure that is not necessary. I would be grateful for any advice.

[Doctor Gollum]

Yup, the lower bolt Just about accessible from the front with the trim off using a 1/4" extension and an 8mm socket.

Also reachable from underneath with care. 

[kfashley]

Thanks.
I will have another try to find it tomorrow

[DrAndyB]

Yes, bolt at bottom as well as mentioned 

I found on my dads Facelift a combination of torch, hand under bumper and slim socket and extension bar did the trick and watch out if drop bolt on floor as I had one disappear on inside of bumper but was eventually found

[kfashley]

Thanks Dr AndyB. The extension bar definitely needs to be slim as there is very little space.

[Doctor Gollum]

1/4" in fact

[amba]

Put a bit of thick grease or even blu tack into the socket is useful.

There is just enough room to feed a 1/4 extension bar with a deep socket through the gap under the headlight where you have removed the trim section.A good strong led torch is needed to see the bolt and allow the socket to be feed onto it .Its not very tight so little effort removing.Refitting is the reverse but again ideal to secure the bolt into the socket as explained above.

Finally be careful when you remove the assembly as the leg which you have just removed the hidden bolt from is quite flexible but can snap if pulled too hard.

[jefflem]

On a FL it’s easy! Trim off and just a few extensions on a 8mm socket and there you go. I usually take out the entire headlight when changing bulbs: faster and easier!

[Nick W]

On a FL it’s easy! Trim off and just a few extensions on a 8mm socket and there you go. I usually take out the entire headlight when changing bulbs: faster and easier!

Battery or airbox is even quicker and easier, although it isn't really necessary.

[Doctor Gollum]

Put a bit of thick grease or even blu tack into the socket is useful.

There is just enough room to feed a 1/4 extension bar with a deep socket through the gap under the headlight where you have removed the trim section.A good strong led torch is needed to see the bolt and allow the socket to be feed onto it .Its not very tight so little effort removing.Refitting is the reverse but again ideal to secure the bolt into the socket as explained above.

Finally be careful when you remove the assembly as the leg which you have just removed the hidden bolt from is quite flexible but can snap if pulled too hard.

Kneeling on the bumper is usually sufficient