How to install 2008 Honda CRV led headlight bulbs from SEALIGHT

[@landsea7332]

Jim - Thanks for posting this video . To point out to everyone , I just installed a pair of Sylvania 9003 ZEVO LED bulbs in our 2011 Honda CR-V . The driver's side is a tight fit , but this specific LED bulb will fit in without having to take out the fuse box bracket. Highly recommend having a small mirror , with a telescoping handle , and a small light you can clamp on to hood . After getting these Bulbs in , I deserve a beer now . .

[@alanadelman7636]

I installed these on my 2008 crv today and this was very helpful. I had no issue installing them over the rubber boots. The drivers side installation requires removal of all 3 10mm bolts supporting the fuse box so it can be pulled out of the way to install the LED. This sounds easier than it is due to the close spacing and sharp edges in that area. If you drop any bolts or tools during that process, they end up inside the splash guard under the engine which must be removed to retrieve them (guess how I know). That said, the LED is many times brighter than even an upgraded halogen bulb. The lights on this model were never that good, even when new, so it is a worthwhile safety upgrade.

[@jeffkelson2487]

This video inspired an install of led bulbs in my 2008 CRV. BIG CAUTION - As Brandon Smith said 3 years ago, installation of the Sealight led bulb on the driver side of a 2008 CRV is much more difficult than the passenger side. This video shows install on the easy passenger side. For me, the driver side difficulty arose because the Sealight LED bulb [X1 - H4 - 9003] is significantly longer than the OEM halogen bulb. As Brandon notes, to make the driver side install possible, you can unclip the fuse box (which is just behind the driver side headlamp). You don't (and can't easily) remove the fuse box. Rather, unclipping it gives you just enough play under the fuse box to move to the next step. With the fuse box slightly moveable, then you can remove two 10mm bolts holding one of the fuse box brackets, which is mounted to the driver side interior of the engine bay. One bolt has its head facing up, the 2nd bolt has its head facing the center of the engine bay. Only with the removal of the bracket held by those 2 bolts could I properly insert the Sealight led bulb into the driver side housing. And then, of course, ya gotta re-mount the fuse box bracket with the two 10mm bolts, re-clip the fuse box. Brandon says this process makes the installation "a breeze." Personally, I found the process to be time-consuming and tiresome at every turn. Likely, Brandon is more skilled and patient than am I. IF you can find led replacement bulbs close to the size of the OEM bulbs, you may be able to avoid this ordeal. As ever and always, jiggle your fuse box, mess with your headlights, remove and install brackets in your engine bay, and mess with your car's electrical system based on your own skills and at your own risk. Always good to know when you/re moving beyond your personal knowledge and skill. That's when you should stop, of course!

[@brandonsmith1752]

For the ones asking about the rubber boot, they go on before the light is installed. As for the driver side it is a little difficult but if you unclip the fuse box and move out of the way carefully then take out the two 10mm bolts holding the bracket below it makes installation a breeze.

[@alau2058]

I was happy to come across this video. I bought a Sealight LED conversion kit for my 2007 CR-V. After reading the comments, especially the one about the rubber boot, I decided to try and put the boot on, then install the lamp. I couldn't get the lamp to fully seat. So, I ended up trimming off some of the boot and that took care of it. Hope it keeps enough of the water out. Better than no boot at all, I thought.

[@paulmathias1908]

Great video, thank you so much.

[@charleslangjahr2044]

Thank you, I was able to install it on my 2014 Honda CRV. I reccommend doing the drivers side first in case your hands get worked too much, passenger side was a breeze!

[@waterym1449]

Jim really knows his craft.

[@mmwii]

Rubber seal not put back on?

[@MrWepal]

Thanks for the tips question my drl keeps flickering on my 2009 crv dash even though I bought a new pair of led what do you think would cause the problem

[@howardellis6037]

On the Sealight Light KZbin channel it shows that the rubber seal goes back on after you reattach spring clip, then you insert bulb.

[@katheecornelison4189]

Hey I have a 2008 crv and they put an aftermarket LED lights and the container is loose where they were modified.? Do you have any suggestions?

[@keith4788]

How is the driver's side done? There is a fuse box in the way. How do I move that?

[@Victor-rz9du]

Did you get the DRL light in the dash flashing?

[@belledoesgacha1175]

you did not return back the rubber cover?

[@wbfarlow]

The same light is used for Daytime Running Lights in the 2009 CRV. I assume you just lose DRLs if you install this. Is that true?

[@joeylopez6219]

I just installed this on a 2007 CRV, the DRLs is the same bulb they work just fine actually, great LEDs.

[@samuelalzate8573]

@@joeylopez6219 did you leave the rubber pieces off or put them back on with the bulbs? I have a crv too and I can't get the bulb on WITH the rubber seal.

[@joeylopez6219]

@@samuelalzate8573 I put the seal back on, i remember one side was difficult to put back on but when on eventually, just gotta find the trick to it, try your best to put it back on to avoid moisture getting in there

[@samuelalzate8573]

@@joeylopez6219 dang. I was trying forever and just gave up.

[@petemiller5813]

To install the rubber boot. Did you have to remove the bulb assembly from its wire held base to insert the bulb, like you did when you installed the spring wire. I have an 2002 Honda Civic that I would like to use the same Sea bulb assembly. My "02 takes a 9003, also.

[@omantoodle2437]

No dust cover replacement?

[@johnnyappleseed8742]

What happened to the rubber gasket? Did you put it back? Has any done this with a 2004 CRV?

[@semco72057]

I love the brighter light so it works as advertised. I have an improved light for my 1999 Ford Explorer, but have never used them because the bulbs which came on the vehicle have yet to fail, and I got the vehicle in 2000.

[@samuelgn1401]

Hello, I have a problem with the AC control panel light, how can I solve it? Thank you

[@orlandos_detail]

Had to do a vehicle like this and this video helped me. But I managed to install the rubber thing on mine.

[@joenissan]

You don’t mention the DRLs. How does that work?

[@VictorGarcia-pj9tt]

What happen to the rubber cap? Still need it or no.

[@gorkhali0]

How do you install the rubber part back on . You didn’t show show that

[@wyattoneable]

Thanks for the information Jim. Great tip about installing just the ring first.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you Wyatt

[@lillianyang1540]

So the boot doesn’t go back on?

[@chillinlime5432]

I got Honda 2011 CR-V and my low beam and high beam are separate. And it doesn't have plug like you shown here. I bought night view led and can't install. Any solution?

[@ronilojamilla4268]

How much is the price of that replcement led bulb? thanks

[@thndr_5468]

So you're not gonna have any rubber headlight seal?

[@cammac1442]

Did you use a decoder to keep passenger side from cutting off/ flashing?

[@petemiller5813]

you do not use the rubber boot, behind the light????

[@jimthecarguy]

Wow you really did pay attention to my work.Actually your right about the boot .I left it off so people can see how I installed the light..Before the car left it was installed.Thank you

[@boraxsopanic2670]

God Bless China. :)

[@battlefocus]

Do you really put the rubber boot back on? Forst time doing this

[@triumphant_pearls]

Thanks Jim for this video. Would you please show how install gtr ultra 2.0 h11 on a 2008 Honda CRV?

[@David-nb8qo]

I put some led bulbs in mine and now the high beam function doesn't work it just turns off the lights when I flick it on

[@ceecee3662]

Without turning on the low beam or high beam does the daytime running light (drl) light up and work with this Sealight led bulb ?

[@jimthecarguy]

To be hones no the daytime will not work. Thank you for watching

[@mpc2112]

Light went right in no problem make sure to cut the rubber boot in a couple places so it will fit over the new fan.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching . I'm happy to help. Don't forget to subscribe.

[@dongordito00]

Thanks I'm just having a hard time screwing in the light on the passenger side. The rubber is in the way I guess

[@crazybrazil21]

FYI these headlights are almost impossible to install. You have to put the rubber boot back on then install the headlight. For me to install the driver side headlight I had to lift up and raise the fuse box behind the light and bend back the metal piece just to get the bulb in. Very difficult. This video is good at showing the difference but not good at showing a full install on the 2008 Honda CRV. Thanks for the few tips though!

[@jimthecarguy]

Thank you for watching

[@johnrespect4215]

I agree, the DRIVER'S SIDE is pain in the ass

[@Luckyboyee777]

Yes unless you have some baby hands that can get in there. Also the tab to hold the clip is a PITA to attach if you can see it on the driver side.

[@glenharper3136]

I live in a rural area some those lights blind the heck of out of you. Some out of adjustment and some running with their brights!

[@hectorgalvan8674]

Glen Harper 🍼

[@jacksonl.2632]

I have a 2000 honda crv will these light bulbs fit?

[@redhat985]

This model is with a fan. Is it good to have with or without fan?

[@MoSportsUSA]

So the weather-protective boot does not reinstall? Hmm.

[@chevyboy2066]

The rubber boot? I think it said to push the light into the boot before your try to install. Then you just twist the bulb into place with the boot all together.

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching.

[@opardosanchez]

Thank you for the description.. God bless.. Saludos desde Colombia

[@nypdtunnelrat]

Any problems with the daytime running lights or did you have to disconnect the fuse for that on the crv?

[@joshuaburke5339]

Does the rubber boot fit back on

[@jimthecarguy]

Yes it does

[@yu-pingshu7489]

where is the rubber dust cover ?

[@johnrespect4215]

You dont put it back as the LED has big butts (the fan/ballast portion)

[@kona1967]

I've tried this but I can't get the New York accent right.

[@GalaXy808]

HI! Jim, is this fit into my 2009 crv? Please!! I wanna replace mine too,LOOKS VERY NICE THAT LIGHTS..

[@josephortiz5253]

Missing rubber seal, don’t think I will be using this kit, but thank you for installation walk through 👍

[@montisino]

Yeah I was thinking the same thing 😐

[@miker.5495]

You need to answer the questions about the daytime running lights. I suspect the LED bulbs you installed cause the daytime running lights to flicker, deeming the entire install useless. Removing the daytime running light fuse is not an adequate fix as daytime running lights are implemented for safety and should not be disabled.

[@John_V.]

Yes exactly. I’m not removing the fuse for the day time running lights. We have law enforcement in the family so that’s no bueno for us so how exactly does this work with the running lights?

[@Cmoney860]

@@John_V. yes absolutely. We wouldn't want your sister's boyfriend's stepmother's new boyfriend Lance, who happens to work in law enforcement to turn you in to the local judge because you unplugged your DRL. It is not a seatbelt bruh. It is perfectly fine to drive without it. Many vehicles do not come eqipped with DRL anyway. And let's just say that they were mandatory. And disabling them was a fucking A1 Felony carrying the same, if not stiffer penalty then, uhm, lets say homicide. (You probably enjoyed reading that word huh, stiffer!?) Anyway, here you are, with this disabled, mandatory life saving device, and getting caught without your DRL can have you facing life behind bars? Is Lance the officer really going to ask you for your keys everytime he sees you to verify if your DRL are functioning or not? Seriously? Like wtf kind of lives are you guys living? Try growing a backbone and doing what you want. Too many simple Toms just doodling their day by happy just to make some other fuck happy. Take some risks. Give it to your lady tonight if you still can man up. Go through the back door if you really got the gull. Ask your cop-in-law permission first and proceed to pound her once he has given you the "all clear." Take a risk. Live a little. Stop being plain jane. Its okay. I promise, Lance won't know. Roger that?

[@polarbear99bear8]

How do you get the other light off so you have access to the drivers side light?

[@jimthecarguy]

You will need to move the battery so you can get to the light. Thank you for watching

[@radzer0966]

@@jimthecarguy pop the fuse box up works as well.

[@mikebridgeline3275]

Not recommended without the rubber boot to seal water out. You'll be going for light bulbs every 3 months. Not good idea kit.

[@stewartgoodwin9488]

id be impressed by the video that actually shows a change of the driver's side lightbulb For those of you that liked this comment... The drivers side says in the manual to remove the fuse box but dont do it. You just gotta squeeze your fingers in between and get in there and do the same thing as he does to the passenger side in this video.

[@johnrespect4215]

You can just lift/push a bit the fuse box for more room to work around and your good... did it a lot of time in our 3 CRV's changing bulbs, NO BIGGIE!

[@johnnylee948]

Great video and good information.

[@jimthecarguy]

Johnny Lee Thank you for your comment and for watching my videoes.

[@JohnIvey791]

That discount code doesn't work. Can you post another?

[@adamaj74]

Great video Jimaaaaayyyyy!

[@jimthecarguy]

adamaj Thank you! Appreciate you watching the video.

[@won2beme]

Question, my 2008 crv after I start the vehicle I cannot engage the shifter to drive or any other setting from park. The button to move the shifter is locked. Has anyone seen this problem before?

[@jimthecarguy]

Check your stop lights do they work?

[@won2beme]

jimthecarguy yea, it works and I checked the fuses for that they are not broken

[@stewartvclark4008]

Thank you, Sir, very helpful

[@msbrownbeast]

The high beam intensity on the 2008 CRV is inadequate due to poor design. Most cars use 2 energized filaments on each side with the high beam on because they use a separate high beam bulb/lamp. The CRV uses one single twin filament bulb on each side that alternates from one filament to the other (low or high beam). So while the low beam illumination is OK, the high beam is totally inadequate, like taking the low beam and aiming it further out. Even with the LED upgrade, the increased illumination on the high beam is at best equal to a regular halogen-equipped car with a 4-lamp system.

[@toddwinegar7365]

No, no, no you don't or rather should not need the boot. Your new light should have a silicone O-ring that is around the diode side of the unit that way when you twist and lock in place you are at the same time sealing the diode. I have the Fahren Terminator in my 08 and they have the O-ring I cant speak for other brands? But if I had to bet Id bet they do!?!

[@John_V.]

You do know that posting a how to involves answering questions about the “how to video” most of us are wondering how the running will or will not operate in a 2006-2009 Honda CR-V

[@jg11596]

you need to show the downroad lighting - do the LED bulbs provide better lighting for driving at night? if yes, how much better? if no, then stick with the much less expensive halogen bulbs

[@jimthecarguy]

Thanks for watching.

[@sldoma]

Thank you!

[@jorgenavarro9513]

The passenger side is not to hard, the driver side is a really pain in neck. I dropped the ring twice and was so hard to get back.

[@drumskas]

Yeah sr but you didn't show the most important part. How do you place the bulb inside the metal plate, cause when you turn it, we all need to know in which direction you did it and all that good stuff and you skipped it. I hate when I'm watching a video and half way through the video somebody skips the best part

[@jimthecarguy]

You do know that to loosen anything you turn counterclockwise and to tighten it you turn clockwise right?

[@drumskas]

@@jimthecarguy yes I know that but I'm not talking about how you tighten something but I'm talking about the metal plate that you stick out from the bulb in order for both light bulbs to be properly aligned. No big deal, I enjoyed the video anyways

[@John_V.]

Don’t skip shit and be a smart ass on top there Jimbo we are not all mechanics

[@mr.tuckers2848]

He has a point. If the locking ring is not aligned then the housing could end up sideways, upside down, etc.

[@imadpola6782]

I tried them before on my 2009 crv but the problem is the light pattern became about 280 degrees and that is inlegal because you gonna blend the oncoming vehicles

[@judgedredd3686]

LED Bulbs anywhere on the outside of the car will not pass VA state safety inspection

[@greygoosemafia]

I was thinking about doing this to my 03 durango

[@UptickMick]

Did not show install on driver's side. that is a much different animal.

[@joshuaburke5339]

How much harder was it

[@WingoTribe704]

Joshua Burke just got by the wheel. Take the well cover off and u can see better from the back

[@joshuaburke5339]

@@WingoTribe704 is it even possible to do it without removing any of that stuff

[@WingoTribe704]

Joshua Burke i was just throwing some shit out there but I’ll come back after I do mine

[@joshuaburke5339]

@@WingoTribe704 ok sounds good, I ordered these as a gift and will be installing them soon I just got a little worried once people started saying how much harder other one is

[@God_is_Justice]

Thank you.

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help. Thank you for watching.

[@allthingsinteresting6546]

The wall shows us nothing we wanna see you drive with them

[@ASix-hu8ls]

I wish I saw this video and installed the ring first. Took me damn near an hour to install the LED kit on my crv today SMH 😒😒😒😒

[@johnlozauskas778]

listen, not for nothing but any idiot could change the LED on the passenger side what about the driver side? With the big fuse box right there blocking the light?

[@jimthecarguy]

Listen! just move the battery to reach in and remove the bulb.

[@richg0404]

@@jimthecarguyThe battery isn't the issue. The fuse box is the issue. And it is much harder to move.

[@stolendata437]

There’s a reason he doesn’t show the drivers side and the rubber boot... because the light doesn’t fit on the drivers side without removing the fuse box and the light doesn’t go far enough into the boot. If you don’t use the boot you’ll be getting water inside the headlights. Bye bye headlight.

[@WingoTribe704]

stolen data u didn’t get it to fit at all?