Do headlight protectors work?
Headlight and bonnet protectors are really only useful if you often drive on unsealed roads. Nudge and bull bars aren’t necessary for typical city driving and increase the risk of injury to others in a crash.
What’s the best way to install new headlamp assemblies?
For any new part, headlights or otherwise, it’s always a “best practice” to start by unpacking the components and verifying that everything is in good shape. For your new headlamp assemblies, remove them from the box and ensure that there is no physical damage.
Where do you find the code HC / your on a headlight?
Special approval marks exist for headlamps and can be found on the cover lens or on the housing. Code HC/R means: H for Halogen-, C for low beam and R for high beam. The slash between C and R means that low beam and high beam cannot be switched on simultaneously (H4 main headlamps).
Can a custom headlight assembly fit in a car?
Custom headlight assemblies we sell are designed to fit into your specific vehicle as easily as original equipment, with mounting points that match your make and model’s existing specifications. Depending on your year and model car, plus the design of the new custom lights, you may need to transfer some bulbs.
Where are the knobs on a headlamp assembly?
Knobs, screws, and fittings on the back of headlamp assemblies that adjust headlight aim vertically and horizontally can vary greatly from design to design. Once you have the tools you need to rotate the specific adjustment knobs on your headlamp assembly in hand, grab a roll of masking tape and a 25-foot tape measure as well.
For any new part, headlights or otherwise, it’s always a “best practice” to start by unpacking the components and verifying that everything is in good shape. For your new headlamp assemblies, remove them from the box and ensure that there is no physical damage.
When do you need to replace a headlight assembly?
Your headlight assemblies (or lenses) can wear over time or become damaged. If you’re dealing with oxidation, you may want to try restoring your headlights. If they’re too far gone, or if you’ve encountered a broken lens or lenses, below are instructions on how to replace your headlight assemblies.
How do you change a headlight wiring harness?
Once the bulb headlights are free from the application, on our vehicle, we’ll change out the headlamp wiring harness. Remove the screw on the top of the assembly between the headlamp and parking light.
Knobs, screws, and fittings on the back of headlamp assemblies that adjust headlight aim vertically and horizontally can vary greatly from design to design. Once you have the tools you need to rotate the specific adjustment knobs on your headlamp assembly in hand, grab a roll of masking tape and a 25-foot tape measure as well.