How to replace a headlight on a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe?

Complete instructions for replacing a head light bulb on a 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 2.4L 4 Cyl. About Us Maintenance Parts & Tools Contact English SpanishFrench Search Home Hyundai Santa Fe 2011 Lights / Headlight (replace bulb) Headlight Change 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe 1. Getting Started – Prepare for the repair Learn More >

Is the Santa Fe headlights dim or bright?

The headlights on dim will give the oncoming car the ” brights effect” on rough up and down roads. Resulting in the oncoming car giving me the “brights flash” or just leaving their vehicle ‘brights’ on permanently. This is very blinding and dangerous. Seems there is a fine line of being dim or bright on these types of headlights.

What causes loss of view in Hyundai Santa Fe?

Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Hyundai Santa Fe based on all problems reported for the Santa Fe. Dark spot in low beam headlight field causes loss of view for driver as the dark spot passes from object to object.

Is it possible to fix a bad low beam headlight?

Fortunately, fixing a bad low beam is a straight forward process in the majority of vehicles that can be done by most people without just a few hand tools. If replacing your headlight bulb does not work, there may be an electrical issue in your vehicle that should be addressed by a professional. Identify a blown out bulb.

What should I do if my headlight bulb comes off?

Wipe the bulb off again with rubbing alcohol if you feel it may have come into contact with your skin, then slide it into the headlight housing. Turn the bulb assembly a quarter turn clockwise to re-secure it, or reinstall the bracket that held your headlight bulb in place.

Is the HighBeam the same bulb as the headlight?

In some Hyundais, the highbeam is the same bulb as the headlight and it is possible for the highbeam to work, but the headlight be burnt out even if they are the same bulb (and vise versa). Some Hyundais have high intensity discharge headlights, sometimes referred to as xenon lights.

Are there any problems with the Hyundai Santa Fe?

Shadows were observed on side of road that could and did hide bikers/walkers on the side of the roadway. Upon closer inspection of the lights while parked, I noticed that these shadows were also observed on the passenger side. Passengers in vehicle also noticed headlight problems on both sides of vehicle.

Why does my Hyundai headlight light come on?

The high resistance can also cause the ABS light to come on and set multiple trouble codes like; C2402, C1102, C1616 & C1611. The high resistance can also cause the PCM to shut down the alternator, making you think it’s bad. Hyundai service bulletin #08-BE-004 describes the headlight dimming, blower slowing down, and radio turns off and on problem.

What kind of car is the Hyundai Santa Fe?

The 2011 Hyundai Santa Fe is the big kid in its class. Though its price, equipment and general character makes it comparable to the small crossovers from Chevy, Honda and Toyota, this plus-sized Hyundai boasts more interior space than them all.

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