Did you know that according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, drivers with poorly rated headlights are more likely to be involved in a collision than drivers with new headlights? Have you noticed your headlights looking dim or hazy lately? If so, it might be time to see your local Honda dealer.
When to Get New Headlights for Your Honda
1. Dead or Flickering Headlights
Something is wrong with your Honda vehicle if the headlights are flickering or not coming on at all! If you’re driving at night, this is the most dangerous scenario.
2. Hazy or Dim Headlights
Whether the headlight is dim, or the lens looks hazy or cloudy, your headlights likely need to be replaced. Driving with limited brightness at night or during rainfall could affect your vision.
3. Uneven Headlight Performance
If you notice other performance issues, like bulbs burning out frequently or low beams not working efficiently compared to high beams, there could be underlying electrical problems.
4. One Headlight Not Working
Only one headlight working suggests a burned-out bulb. This can happen because of temperature changes, frequent vibration, or heavy mileage.
5. Problems with Daytime Running Lights
DRL lights not working properly could result from wiring problems or blown fuses.
Contact a Honda Dealer
Replacing headlights could be a simple job or turn out more complicated, depending on the make and model of your Honda, as well as the design of the headlight assembly. Depending on the problem, a dealership or mechanic might recommend replacing the entire casing (or “housing”) for more efficient operation and cost-efficiency.
The design of your vehicle may also affect headlight repair. Subtle differences between the Honda Accord, Accord Hybrid, Civic, Odyssey, and CR-V require different approaches to repairing the light or parts within the casing. Taking your Honda vehicle to a dealership is the best way to ensure nothing goes wrong during the installation.
How Long Does Replacing Headlights Take?
While it’s true that replacing a bulb could take just a few minutes, more complicated tasks will take longer. Replacing or installing new casing could take over an hour, especially if accessing the casing is difficult because of the car’s design. The timeframe also depends on the schedule of the dealership or mechanic and what other parts might be required.
If you have questions about Honda headlights or related issues, contact us at Tony Honda Hilo. You can walk over to the Waiakea Center just a short distance away or relax in our waiting room as we tend to your car. Call or visit us online to see how our fast-moving Express Service Center can help you.
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