Saturday, November 30, 2013

How to Replace the Headlamps on a Honda Civic

Replacing a headlamp on a Honda Civic is necessary if the lenses become foggy, cracked or damaged. Effective headlamps are crucial for highway safety not only to yourself but to other drivers. Replacement can be done at home and generally within less than 30 minutes. There are two different types of Honda Civic headlamps to choose from: an all-in-one headlamp that comes as a whole unit with light bulb included, and a halogen type for light bulb replacement only.

Instructions

    1

    Secure your car by pulling up the emergency brake. Do not work on a downward slope for added safety.

    2

    Open the hood of the car by releasing the hood latch located on the drivers side under the left side of the dash near the steering wheel. Secure the hood with the hood bar to prevent it from falling on you while you are working.

    3

    Identify the metal band that is holding your headlamp into position and loosen the screws with your Phillips screwdriver. Place the screws into a small cup to prevent losing them.

    4

    Remove the metal band and set to the side. Disconnect the light bulb plugs attached to the light bulbs within the headlamp.

    5

    Pull back the rubber covering on the headlamp and remove the headlamp from the car.

    6

    Reconnect the light bulb plugs to the new all-in-one headlamp and place into the open slot of your car. Reattach the rubber covering and the metal band. Reinsert the screws and turn on your lights to test them before closing the hood.


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