Headlight Bulb Replacement
Car Headlight Bulb Not Working
Helpful Information
- Use quality replacement bulbs for longer life
Step by step guide on how to replace an automotive headlight bulb. These instructions pertain to most vehicles, replacing a headlight bulb is relativity simple in most cases.
Difficulty Rating: 2 of 10
Tools and Supplies Needed
- Torx head driver set
- Screwdriver set
- Small wrench set
- Shop towel
- Protective eyewear
- Replacement headlight bulb
Step 1 - Find the hood release handle and activate it, the hood should pop open.
Locating Headlight Release Pin
Step 2 - Next, pull forward on the pin to release, or remove mounting screws or clips. All vehicles are different but the concept is the same.
Removing Headlight Mounting Pin
Removing Headlight Lens
Removing Headlight Wiring Connector
Step 5 - Once the connector safety has been removed, pull the connector from the headlight bulb.
Disconnected Wiring
Step 6 - Next, grasp the headlight bulb and turn counterclockwise, or undo mounting clip or screws.
Removing Headlight Bulb
Step 7 - After the headlight bulb has been released, simply pull the bulb from the housing.
Old Headlight Bulb Removed
Step 8 - When replacing headlight bulbs, use quality replacement parts to ensure proper operation.
Quality Replacement Bulb
Step 9 - After matching the old bulb to the replacement bulb, install the new bulb into the headlight lens. (Note: Clean the headlight lens free from debris to help maintain the seal of the bulb to the lens. This will help keep moisture out of the lens. A locating notch is located on the bulb for proper alignment.)
Installing New Headlight Bulb
Disconnected Wiring
Removing Headlight Bulb
Old Headlight Bulb Removed
Step 8 - When replacing headlight bulbs, use quality replacement parts to ensure proper operation.
Quality Replacement Bulb
Installing New Headlight Bulb
Step 10 - Once the headlight bulb has been installed, connect the wiring connector to the bulb.
Connecting Wiring Harness
Step 11 - Reinstall the headlight lens into the mounting holder.
Reinstalling Headlight Lens
Step 12 - After the lens is in place reinstall mounting pins or screws.
Reinstalling Mounting Pins
After the job is complete, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position and activate the headlight switch. Observe the newly replaced headlight bulb to ensure proper operation.
Connecting Wiring Harness
Reinstalling Headlight Lens
Reinstalling Mounting Pins
After the job is complete, turn the ignition key to the "ON" position and activate the headlight switch. Observe the newly replaced headlight bulb to ensure proper operation.
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