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Headlight bulb removal

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#1 ·
Hey all. Searched around for info on how to remove the headlight bulb on our 2020 SLE, but got nothing. The dust cover is a small one, 2 inches in diameter. Tried turning it but won't budge. So not sure if there is a trick to getting these off or what. I want to replace the stock bulbs with brighter LEDs. Any help would be much appreciated.
 
#2 ·
I think your 2020 has integral LED headlights than may not be easily replaced.
Check with a GMC dealer.
 
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I think your 2020 has integral LED headlights than may not be easily replaced.
Check with a GMC dealer.
when ever you need help on common repairs/disassembly, try youtube first. Found this that says its up to 2020 model, but he is working this vifdeo on a 2017.
I cant say if its accurate. My 2021 has integral LEDs

So look at this and see if it matches your car.

Also, this website has a lot of car specific videos..save the link for future https://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/2013_GMC_Acadia_SLT_3.6L_V6
 
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#11 ·
I have a 2019 which may be similar. The dust covers were rubber "boobs" that just pulled off. In any event, I agree with your observation that the factory bulbs suck. I changed mine to LED's and couldn't be happier. I posted all of that on this forum so if you search hard enough you might find it. If you don't, come back to me and I will give you all of the details. I got everything from Amazon and it wasn't terribly expensive.
 
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When I get around to it, Im gunna ask the dealer if they've had complaints and if there are options. Doubt it. And I'm not paying 700 bucks for a replacement headlight anyways. We will just deal with it. It's just annoying.
 
#19 ·
You could try aiming the headlights for better light pattern.