How to Replace Headlight Assemblies 07-10 Hyundai Elantra

Difficulty: Intermediate · About 50 min · Hyundai Elantra

Replace the headlight assemblies, transfer or install bulbs, and aim them on a 2007-2010 Hyundai Elantra.

Steps

1. Remove the headlight

   Disconnect its rear electrical connector, remove its two 10mm bolts, then pull it straight forward off its locking tabs.

2. Transfer or install the bulbs

   On the old assembly, twist off the two inner socket covers and the outer socket counterclockwise, disconnect the inner socket's connector, press the hinged retainer to free the inner bulb, and twist out the center bulb; on the new assembly, remove its covers the same way, twist the amber bulb out of the outer socket and press-and-twist the new one in, twist that socket back into the outer lamp, insert the center bulb and twist it to lock in, insert the inner bulb using its indents for alignment, latch its retainer, reconnect its connector, then twist the socket caps back on.

3. Install the headlight

   Push the assembly straight in to engage the locking tabs, tighten its two 10mm bolts, reconnect the electrical connector, then note the center adjuster can be turned with a Phillips screwdriver.

4. Aim the headlights

   Mark the headlight bulb's center axis on a wall, back the car up 25 feet, turn the headlights on, then turn the adjusting screw until the passenger beam sits two inches below the mark and the driver beam four inches below it.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.