Installing Side Marker Lights
Skill Level Step-By-Step Instructions
Medium
  1. Draw a template to the exact size of the side marker lamp that you have purchased.
  2. Attach this template to the fender of the vehicle.  Center it based on a point of reference of your choice (in this case, Vincent used the side moulding as a reference).
  3. Drill the mounting holes for the side marker assembly.  Also, drill the pilot hole for the larger hole in the center of the template.
  4. Using progressively larger Uni-Bit bit sizes, increase the size of the center hole until it is within approximately 1/8th inch of the final size of the hole.  Do not enlarge the hole to its finished diameter with the Uni-Bit, as it will result in a jagged edge.
  5. Carefully enlarge the hole with the Dremel tool and grinding bit until its large enough for the marker assembly to fit.  You may wish to tape around the hole so that you have some protection in case the Dremel bit slips and ruins your paint.
  6. Using the metal sanding drum, remove any remaining burred edges around the hole.
  7. Using the touch-up paint, or fingernail polish, paint the edges of the holes to prevent them from rusting.
  8. Extend the wire leads that come off the side marker assembly so that they will be long enough to attach into the front turn signal assembly.  Ensure good connections by using butt connectors or solder, and tape the connections well with electrical tape
  9. Seal the openings in the side marker assembly with silicone to prevent water from seeping in and shorting out your wiring.
  10. Open the hood and using the flat screwdriver remove the retaining clips that hold in the black plastic panel over the headlight assemblies.
  11. Remove the (4) 13mm bolts that hold the headlights in place.
  12. Now you will have access to the front turn signal assemblies in the bumper.  Locate the wiring to these assemblies by twisting the bulb socket counter-clockwise to remove it.
  13. Route a coat hanger down through the inner fender.
  14. Once routed out the new side marker light hole, slip the marker light gasket over the wire, and tape the wire securely to the coat hanger.
  15. Pull the coat hanger back through to the front of the car.
  16. Align the gasket and side marker lamp assembly, and slide it into the holes you created.  Align the marker lamp, and install with the screws that should be provided.
  17. Remove the wiring from the wire loom where it connects to the front turn signal lamp assembly.  Cut these 2 wires, and splice in the 2 new wires you ran through for the new side marker lights.
  18. Check the operation of the side marker lamp before permanently connecting wires.  If everything works ok, make connections permanent using butt connectors, and securely tape all connections with electrical tape.
  19. Install the wiring back into the wire loom, and install the lens cover over your new side marker lens.  Replace the turn signal socket into its housing.
  20. Repeat this procedure for the other side!.
  21. Reinstall the headlights and headlight shroud.  You're done!
Tools Required
  • 18 Gauge Wire
  • Butt Connectors
  • Electrical Tape
  • Cordless Drill
  • Uni-Bit (1/8 to 1/2")
  • Dremel Tool
  • Wire Stripper Tool
  • Touch-Up Paint
  • Masking Tape
  • Coat Hanger
  • Electrical Tape
  • 13mm Socket
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