How to Replace Headlights 01-02 Honda Accord
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 60 min · Honda Accord
Replace a headlight bulb or the full headlight assembly, including removing the front bumper, on a 2001-2002 Honda Accord.
Tools you will need
- Socket extensions
- 8mm socket
- 10mm socket
- Ratchet
Parts and supplies
- Headlight bulb
- Headlight assembly
Steps
- Handle the new bulbs carefully
Avoid touching the bulb's glass with your fingers, since skin oil can burn into it and foul the light; clean it with rubbing alcohol and a soft cloth if that happens.
- Swap just a bulb
Reach into the engine bay behind the headlight assembly and unplug the harness, twist the bulb clockwise and pull it out, then plug in and twist the new one back in — move the battery aside to repeat on the other side if needed.
- Remove the old headlight assembly
Remove the 8mm and 10mm bolts securing the bumper cover and pry its push clips with a flat blade screwdriver, set the cover aside, remove the four 10mm bolts securing the headlight assembly and bracket, then unplug the harness and bulbs.
- Install the new headlight assembly
Plug the bulbs and harness into the new assembly, clip it into place, bolt the assembly and mounting back in with the 10mm and 8mm sockets, then clip the bumper cover back on and bolt the far headlight's bolt back in with the 10mm socket.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.