Auto Repair Encyclopedia
Headlamp Bulb Replacement
Sometimes referred to as Headlamp, Headlamps, Headlight, Headlights, Head Light, Head Lights, Head Lamp, Head Lamps, Replace Headlight, Replace Headlights, Headlight Replace, Headlights Replace, Head Light Replace, Head Lights Replace, Replace Headlamp, Replace Headlamps, Headlamp Replace, Headlamps Replace, Head Lamp Replace, Head Lamps Replace, Replace Head Lamp, Replace Head Lamps, Xenon Bulb Replace, Halogen Bulbs, Xenon Bulbs, Xenon Bulb Replacement
It is important to use a headlamp light bulb that meets the vehicle manufacturer's specifications. Using an incorrect style or type of bulb may cause damage to the wiring or lamp housing.
You may need to remove the lamp assembly or some trim panels to gain access to the defective headlamp bulb.
Vehicles with high-intensity (HID) headlights supply high voltage to the headlight bulbs. Use extreme caution when working on or near the headlights.
About this Repair: Headlamp Bulb Replacement
Why this happens
We recommend always using a bulb of the same style and wattage as the original bulb. Bulbs outside the range recommended by the vehicle manufacturer may cause a bulb warning light to come on and even damage wiring or the headlamp unit.
High Intensity Discharge (HID) and Xenon bulbs are very expensive and often only available from the dealership parts department.
