How to Replace Headlights & Taillights

Presented by Christopher D. Ramirez

Learn how to remove, replace and install new headlights and taillights on your car, truck or vehicle in this free video clip series, including step-by-step do-it-yourself instructions, tips for tools you'll need, and more.

Series Summary

Automotive lighting is one area of mechanics and car care that might seem intimidating to the average driver when it comes to do it yourself repair and replacement. However, vehicle headlamps work very similarly to all the lighting fixtures encountered around the home or office: bulbs illuminate the road, and occasionally need to be replaced to ensure safety on the road and proper standards for inspection. In this video clip series, you will learn the basics of headlight and taillight removal, replacement and installation as our expert mechanic demonstrates the steps. Everything from choosing the right bulb to cleaning up after a replacement job, as well as tips for testing a light's effectiveness and tools required for this DIY automotive job.

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How to Remove Taillights

Time to replace the taillights? In this free video on auto repair, learn how to locate and remove tail lights on a car.

How to Replace Taillight Bulbs

Switching out taillight bulbs. In this free video on auto repair, learn how to replace a tail light bulb to install new taillights on a car.

How to Clean Headlights

Headlight performance improves if everything is clean! In this free video on auto repair, learn how to clean head light bulbs and covers.

How to Remove Headlight & Taillight Bulbs

Taking out headlights that have burned out. In this free video on auto repair, learn how to detach and inspect a bulb while you replace and install headlights and taillights.

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