What happens when you change the headlight on a Toyota Avalon?
When you change the headlight on your Avalon, it is important to not touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers because the oil from your fingertips will cause that part of the bulb to burn hotter, which significantly shortens the life of the bulb.
Do you need to replace both high and low beams?
Some vehicles use a single bulb for both high and low beams while others do not. If the high beam on the same side is also out, it may be one bulb. You do not need to purchase specific bulbs for each side, but identifying which is the blown out bulb will help you to replace it without having to start the vehicle again.
How to improve fuel economy in a Toyota Avalon?
Properly inflated tires is the easiest way to improve fuel economy. The right tire pressure is NOT on the side of your tire btw 2011 Toyota Avalon 3.5L V6 Clean the gunk off of your battery If your battery has green or white cruddy deposits, it is probably not getting enough juice from and will likely wear out sooner
What to do if you drop a low beam light bulb?
The oil on your hands can compromise the glass of the bulb, reducing its lifespan. Protect your bulb from this by wearing gloves or using a tissue any time you come into contact with the glass of the new low beam headlight bulb. Be careful not to drop the bulb as you remove it from the package.
Is the HighBeam the same bulb as the headlight?
In some Toyotas, 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 Toyotas have high intensity discharge headlights, sometimes referred to as xenon lights.
What to know before working on a Toyota Avalon?
Before you begin working on your Toyota Avalon make sure you park the car in a well-lit location and you have ample time to complete the job. Rushing through a job or having a dim work area can lead to mistakes. Also, remember that you should wear gloves when working with headlights. The oil in your skin can cause them to not last as long.