ohreallywhat

Hi
My secondary headlight (I suppose it's called the flood light). I want to get it replaced and was wondering what is the best way to get this done. The dealer will give me a price for the replacement but I am willing to get this from somewhere else. What should I be paying for this part so I don't get ripped off? Do you know of a supplier that can sell me this at a better price?

Thanks

AMUA6

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What year is your car? If it's 04-06, assuming the light beside the projector is blown aka foglights, you'll need a pair of 9006 bulbs.

AMUA6

iTrader: (7)

Some people say you can replace the bulbs without removing the headlights.. I don't see how unless you get a 4 year old to do it.


Handy link: http://www.sylvania.com/ConsumerProd...lacementGuide/

ohreallywhat

AMUA6: Thanks for the reply. You are correct. It's the light next to the HID and it's a 2006. Sorry about the confusion.

What do you mean about having a 4 year old do it, are the parts really small? Will I have to replace the entire headlamp assembly or can I just replace the bulb? What are the specs on that bulb so that I can start doing some searching?

Thanks.

pwr2panda

no...you can...you just have to take off a little plastic piece on the driver's side for the air intake. the passenger side is easily accessible. the only thing is you do have to go in blind a little b/c the upper frame portion blocks your view...just look through the headlight lens itself and you'll be able to see the bulb when it's close by.

pwr2panda

it's easy to replace... 9006 bulb... you can get it at any autoparts store or buy sylvania or other xenon/yellow bulb you like.

jimmyl

Bought my 2-pack of Sylvania 9006 bulbs today. Only one is burned out, but will replace the pair so they look the same, and keep the old one for a spare.
I did just briefly see what I was up against. The driver's side didn't look too terribly fun, but it appears doable. Looks like my plastic cover piece has a couple of securing tabs broken off though. Did not look at passenger side, but glad to hear it is easier.
Oh, and they're about $12-$13 bucks apiece I believe.....

ohreallywhat

Thanks all, you just saved me some $$$. They wanted to charge me $50 for the bulb and they wouldn't come down on the price even after telling them I can get 2 bulb set for half that. Kinda crappy of them they want to rip me off on a $10 bulb and some labor. I ordered the parts and have looked at some instructions on how to install them. It is the driver's side so it makes it a bit more work, but nothing too complicated.

Again, thanks for the support, those that replied!