Replace a Headlight Bulb | Working Wheels (2024)

FAQs

Will AutoZone change my headlight bulb? ›

However, if your headlight is easily accessible to an installer, AutoZone will replace it.

Replacing a broken headlight is—in most cases—a reasonably easy thing to do on your own. Not only will doing this task yourself save you a few greenbacks, but it'll also give you that warm glow of accomplishment that comes with DIY work.

It's not uncommon for a vehicle to have panels or parts that need to be removed in order to change headlight assemblies. The procedures to replace a headlight assembly are usually simple and straightforward, but can be time-consuming or more difficult on some vehicles.

FREE Headlight Bulb Installation at O'Reilly Auto Parts

We also offer FREE bulb installation*. *Our parts professionals can install most vehicle light bulbs, however, some vehicles are exempt from this service due to hard-to-access bulbs or lighting assemblies that require extensive disassembly.

Whether it's battery installation and services, headlight installation and services, or wiper blade and air filter installation, you can trust our technicians to handle it with expertise. We believe in providing quality maintenance that goes beyond just getting the job done.

When you factor in the cost of the bulb and the labor, you will be looking at a total cost of between $30 and $300, depending on the type of bulb and the difficulty of installation. If you need to replace the entire headlight assembly, the price variation is extreme, to say the least.

Or maybe you knew there was a problem but couldn't replace it at the moment for reasons ranging from a tight budget to a lack of compatible parts available. It happens to the best of us. No matter the reason, driving with one headlight out isn't allowed in any of the 50 states.

When performing any electrical work on your vehicle, you should err on the side of caution by disconnecting the battery. You don't have to remove the battery. Rather, you just need to disconnect the ground cable (the black cable) until you are finished replacing the blown headlight bulb.

Don't Touch Halogen Bulbs with Bare Hands

If you're not careful when replacing halogen bulbs, you just might find this happening to you. If your fingertips touch the bulb, the oil from your fingers may cause the bulb to heat unevenly. Before long, it will likely burn out.

Halogen headlight housings start at $200 per pair, with most sets going for around $400. HID headlights start at $400 per pair, while new LED headlight assemblies start at $600. The most advanced LED and laser headlights can cost over $2,000 per set.

Should you drive with high beams if headlight is out? ›

In many cases, the high beams will still work when the regular headlights stop, but it's just not safe to drive around with your high beams potentially blinding other drivers.

Some vehicles require simply replacing a bulb, while others might need an entirely new headlamp module when a light is damaged or burns out.

Bring Your Vehicle to Jiffy Lube for Headlight Service

With all the changes and innovations, it's hard to stay up to date on headlight bulb types. That's why you can make Jiffy Lube^® your go-to for vehicle maintenance, including servicing and replacing the right headlights for your car, minivan, truck, or SUV.

If the electrical system to your car headlights is aging, or your car headlights are burnt out, come into your local Firestone Complete Auto Care store where one of our expert technicians will replace your car headlights with the best bulbs for your vehicle and inspect the electrical connections to the headlights.

It's recommended that you replace both headlight bulbs, and you might want to do that anyway since you're already swapping one out so they're on the same maintenance schedule and you get nice, even lighting.

If you need to replace or upgrade your dim headlight bulbs, but don't feel comfortable performing this task yourself, stop by any O'Reilly Auto Parts to find the best replacement headlight bulbs for your vehicle and get them installed for free by one of our parts professionals.

While AutoZone doesn't offer actual brake light replacement services, our team can assist you with any questions about the process, help you find the right products to get started, and maybe even give you a hand. How do you remove a brake light to replace it?