How To Replace Broken Headlight Bulb?

About Headlights Bulb.

Depending on the model of the car and the year, there may be different types of headlights, such as halogen, xenon and LED headlights, and there is a big difference between these, which should be noted.

Halogen headlights are the most common types of headlights, being the simplest and most economical, and also the most traditional, being used since the 1960s. They are similar to traditional filament bulbs, and have approximately 800 hours of service life.

Xenon headlights feature a xenon gas mixture that makes this type of headlights have a beam of light far superior to halogen bulbs, and not only the light beam, but also have a longer service life of about 2000 or 2500 hours of use.

LED headlights, unlike the others, do not work with gas, but with light-emitting diodes, which makes them always at their maximum light capacity, adapting the lighting intensity depending on the environment. They have a lifespan of 10,000 hours. These headlights are much newer and currently only exclusive car accounts.

About Replace Broken Headlight Bulb.

The surface of the headlight may not be the problem, but the bulbs may be melted and to do so, it has to proceed with its change. Every 50,000 kilometers or 30,000 miles you have to make the change of the bulbs, and a change in pairs is recommended. Here's how to make this replacement to halogen headlights, as all other types require a professional hand:

Steps for replace broken headlight bulb:

1. Refer to the owner's manual to check the procedure for replacing headlight bulbs, in case there are special steps, and check the type of bulb needed. Also turn off the car and wait at least 10 minutes before starting the replacement.
2. However, usually the procedure explained here is that it is used in most vehicles. Therefore, open the hood to find the bulb connector, but before you reach the bulb, you must remove the headlight guards.
3. There will be some connections, which are the light connections, that you will have to disconnect them in order to remove the bulb. This depends on what the owner's manual tells you, as some vehicles will require you to remove the battery, including disassembling the entire headlight. In these cases, it is advisable to take the car to an expert mechanic.
4. If that's not the case, and you just remove the connections, do it and the next thing is as easy as unscrewing the bulb. Check the connections, in case you need to clean them.
5. Place the new bulb. But be careful, do not touch the glass part of the bulb with your bare hand, as hand oils can cause the bulb to explode. Therefore, use gloves or a soft cloth.
6. Reassess all the wiring and place in place all the elements you may have removed to access the lighthouse.
7. It's time to try. Move the headlight switch and check if it works ly. If not, it may be a problem with wiring or fuses, so you should check these two things. If you can't, you should take your car to a professional.

Latest Recommendations.

Before starting this bulb change from the headlight, you may need to disconnect the battery to avoid electrocuting. 

And, with halogen headlights, there are different types of bulbs, such as H4 and H7. This information should be consulted with the owner's manual, so as not to make a mistake. 

Finally, if you don't feel confident doing this maintenance on your own, don't be ashamed, take your car to an expert and reliable mechanic.