M35x Fog Lights are loose and just move freely in the sockets

[AzNomad]

Both of the fog lights on my 2006 M35x are loose in the sockets. They won't fall out, but they point toward the ground and shake when driving down the road.

Is this a common problem and if so, is there a known fix?

If it isn't a common problem, can anyone provide me with the details on how to access the lights and solidly mount the lights?

AzNomad

[szh]

Check out the Service Manual (link is in my sig) ... this should get you on the right track.

Z

[AzNomad]

Thanks to our Super Moderator I was able to fix the loose fog lights.

Here's the deal ~ Using a plastic spatula, you wedge it between the plastic grille and the bumper, while you pull on the grille. Believe it or not, it will eventually pop out as you work your way around the perimeter. Once inside, each foglight assembly is held in place with #10 hex bolts.

Apparently, the former owner in some way got it apart but failed to reinstall the bolts. Thankfully, I had 4 botls from a previous job that fit perfectly.

Pop the grille back in and Voila ~ Done!

[szh]

Good Stuff™!!

Thanks for reporting back - always helps to see if people are successful in fixing things and what they did.

Z

[striz923]

Here's the deal ~ Using a plastic spatula, etc...Pop the grille back in and Voila ~ Done!

I burst out laughing when i read this. Any repair using a plastic spatula is impressive.