Headlight Bulbs: lifespan, maintenance and replacement

Typical lifespan: 2–5 years.

Maintenance schedule

• Check all exterior lights — Monthly
• Clean headlight lenses — Every 3 months
• Restore foggy lenses — As needed

Signs it needs replacing

• Bulb is burned out
• Dimmer than usual
• Flickering
• Yellowish tint instead of white

Tips

Replace bulbs in pairs for even illumination. LED upgrades last much longer than halogen. Don't touch halogen bulbs with bare hands.