How do I change a headlight wire socket?
How to Replace a Headlight Socket
- Disconnect the negative terminal from the battery with a socket wrench.
- Disconnect the existing socket from the headlight assembly and then remove the bulb.
- Cut the wires going to the socket about 3 inches from the fixture using a wire splicer.
How do you test a headlight socket?
Test for power at the socket. Turn on the light switch, then ground the tester to a clean screw on the body of the car. Probe the contacts to see if the tester lights. If the contacts look corroded, scratch the surface, but be careful not to bend or distort them.
How do you diagnose a bad headlight?
Usually a bad or failing headlight switch will produce a few symptoms that can alert the driver of a potential issue.
- Issues switching between modes. One of the most common symptoms of a faulty headlight switch is issues switching between headlight modes.
- Issues with the high beams.
- None of the lights work.
Where is the turn signal socket on a forester?
You can undo the sidemarker and turn signal socket near the fender side of the headlight on both sides. When those are removed all that is left is the main headlight socket that powers the high and low beam. Completing all that will leave you with a headlight in your hands or on the ground if you forgot to hold on to it.
How do you remove a forester headlight from a car?
One is located on the top of the headlight, one near the backside side of the headlight and two more that are on inside near the grill location. Removing these leaves a white clip keeping the headlight adhered to the car. You can push in the small tabs on the top and bottom will release it from the car.
What’s the best way to remove a headlight?
Now you can use a proper push clip remover tool or you can go for it with a a flat head screwdriver. With you car parked and secured from moving we can start by opening up the hood. With the hood open we will locate the push clips that run in between the two headlights.