How to replace a headlight bulb 2006 Honda CRV

[@11royals96]

5 years later and you are still helping people. Many thanks you helped a lot.

[@Sarah_Lin]

I can't believe I did it all by myself with the help of this video. Many thanks for the detailed instructions !!!!!!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

I’m happy to help. Don’t forget to like and subscribe

[@CarlWF6J]

FYI the bulb is an H1 available in 4 varieties of color/brightness

[@madsyee4538]

You’re the best for this

[@lizbinz]

THANK YOU!!!! My three year old daughter and I changed the headlights today. Your video was so helpful! Really glad I know how to do this now

[@hanabayblue]

Was able to change my headlight at a gas station on a very long road trip in seven minutes! thank you so much highly recommend this guys videos.

[@hardknokker]

Well done! Thanks for taking the time to show how the spring retainer-clip functions. It has caused me much grief in the past, but now that I know how it works replacing bulb should be easy!

[@jimthecarguy]

KaBoomer thanks for watching I'm happy to help

[@user-mc5kd6cb8f]

I’ve used this video 3 times in the past 2 years and want to say thank you for the easy and very detailed instructions.

[@ennoirt]

The most difficult part was getting the rubber gasket off - man, it had been on there a while...using a mirror really helped me see what I was working with (especially the clip) and the rest went smooth as butter. This here old lady changed the bulb herself with the help of your superb video. Many, many thanks! 🤗

[@SonyaZurcherNewmarkES]

Thank you so so much for your directions, they were very detailed, and you even took the time to use a mirror to show what is not easily seen. It made replacing my bulb so easy. It took me less than five minutes to do!

[@AdamBawany]

Thank you for this video! I’ve referenced it once prior a few years ago when needing to change the bulb, and just had it burn out again. Came right back to this video! Appreciate it

[@jumpingship3001]

That clip proves to me that the engineer that invented that must must have been the last in his class, and the approval of the clip gets the du#$@ s#_@ss award.

[@marshasneller6328]

I wanted to say THANK YOU! After watching your video, I was able to perform this on my own in under 5minutes! Which was even better considering it is 15 degrees outside! Thank you so much! I’m thinking 5months ago when I had the same issue. My driver side headlight went out. A previous video I watched stated I had to detach the whole light just to re-install the headlight! So I went to a local auto shop and they charged me $40 just for installation and I didn’t think anything of it. Well I think they touched the bulb because my bulb didn’t even last a whole year! So after watching your video, I realized that with small stuff with the CRV I might just be lucky and manage to do it all on my own. The CRV alone was new for me since I came from a Mitsubishi Lancer. I would love to see how you do the cabin filter!? I noticed I had some whistling in a vent on passenger side. Help is needed! Thanks in advance!!! :)

[@vtautogrow6096]

My dude keeping wallets everywhere safe , thank you 🙏💯

[@jimthecarguy]

You bet

[@vickirupert5452]

I’ve used this at least 4 times in the last few years - very much appreciated each and every time!

[@jimthecarguy]

Great to hear!

[@anintrovertabroad2065]

You made that look easy. That little clip a pure nightmare if you got large hands. Whatever engineer designed that system needs to go back to school. Jesus

[@jimdalziel2317]

Great video and easy to follow i had the bulb changed in 5 minuets. ps.its great to listen to a video without the guy shouting his way through the instructions. Thanks from Jim in Glasgow Scotland take and stay safe.

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it helped. I know what channel you are talking about.Hahaha

[@DD-fj2ut]

This clip on these Honda's headlamps is one of the dumbest most tortuous designs I have ever dealt with for a stupid headlamp replacement. I now have a nasty half dollar bleeding bruise on the top of my wrist from having to contort my arm to get into the passenger side under one off the braces and force this clip back. This video was helpful and forced to get a mirror so I could see where the clip attached before I took a sledge hammer to the car..

[@digginestdog5824]

Struggling with the same thing. I can’t get the passenger side unclipped.

[@oldtimmerrocknroll]

Thanks for the mirror enhanced shot of the retaining clip...the hardest part to get back in place.

[@sfitz-rp4du]

Hope you are doing well Jim. Thanks so much for this50. I'll be doing this during a 40 degree warm day here in frigid Chicago. I'm trying LED's that are supposed to be plug & play and 50,000 hour life. My daughter's CRV eats the expensive halogen ones - last only a year or so.

[@dreikycaprice]

I was leaning to the left several times in this video attempting to see that metal clip. Haha

[@blujackal8391]

Thank you kindly for instructing me on how to replace my bulb I have replaced my bulb on my my Ford and my Chevy this is the first time I've had a Honda I have never seen a metal pin that holds in the bulb quite interesting thank you kindly for helping again

[@janeanderson2069]

Thank you!!!!! Worked perfectly thanks to your detailed explanation and video. Nice to not have to pay a mechanic to do this simple maintenance item. 😁 Did it again on the other side today. 9.1.24 Easy peasy once you know how. Thanks so much, Jim!!!

[@TheDCBro]

Just watched this and I changed my light in less than 5 minutes. So helpful. Thanks.

[@jimthecarguy]

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

[@tamie341]

Amateur numbers bruh.

[@digginestdog5824]

I’m struggling with the passenger side. I can’t get enough pressure on the clip to get it to release.

[@j.anderson685]

The mirror showing how the clip hooks was the part I needed to see. Thank you so much!!!!

[@jimthecarguy]

You are so welcome!

[@HeartSoulLeake]

Thank you. We actually had the challenge with this in a 05 CR-V EX. Your instruction are quite helpful. We will probably get one of the mirror thing, just because it seemed helpful to see what was going on inside.

[@requimbo]

it took me several hours to be able to put the clip back into place..thanks for the mirror technique i had to reorient using the mirror on how the clip returns to its proper place!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it helped!

[@KrazyKidsMoives]

Thank you! I’m going to attempt this myself since my husband has been saying he’ll do it for a month and must have forgotten at this point. 😅

[@patrickwelch5179]

Got my new headlight bulb installed with a minimum of fuss and bother. Thanks very much Jim.

[@markallison655]

Worked like a charm. Thank you for the video!!!! :)

[@oaacaguilar2238]

Thany ou so much for your help ill' well God bless you

[@diywarren1776]

So useful. Mine seems to burn out a bulb every two months or so, making this super useful

[@margaretkiser6305]

Nice tip!: If you touch the glass, you'll leave your oil on it and it can burn out faster. That's likely why this burnt out so soon.

[@billlink7116]

Great instructions as always. The mirror was a perfect touch.

[@olivialincoln5166]

I've had to replace my own bulbs twice now and this is the homie I go to. Thank you for being so informative! I'm not scared to do it myself anymore ☺️🖤

[@louiscoleman841]

Ok😢🎉🎉 thanks 😢😂 🎉 ❤😊 ok ok W ok

[@tamie341]

U go girl!

[@masonmartinson2080]

Thanks Jim. Big help

[@SeanClaes]

Thank you for showing me something the guy at Autozone was getting wrong. Thank goodness he said he couldn’t do it for me. He was going to replace the wrong bulb. Had my high-beam unplugged before he gave up.

[@maikogarou8927]

Thank you for starting and staying on point. You are a good teacher.

[@Mirko_SanSan]

JIm, thank you so much! You saved me by enabling me to do this on my own. My old car is essential for me and my dear old Mom.

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad to help

[@avrielfernandez]

Dude great videos man love that you got a mirror to show people

[@johnjaschke8171]

Thanks so much. The recommendation to slightly pinch the connection was very helpful as was the mirror to show the latch catch. Much appreciated by daughter and me.

[@WarmestComputer]

Where do I put the dielectric grease? Thank you for this awesome video!

[@chrisparenti2461]

Nice job Jim. Next is headlight restoration, they’re looking a little cloudy.

[@HelloKittyNYC7]

Bug spray and a cloth.

[@Mirko_SanSan]

Thank you so much! I was able to change the bulb myself, which I purchased for only $6 at a local general retail store. The auto parts store wanted to sell me the same bulb, same make (Sylvania) for $20. Beware!

[@Adam-qw7kc]

Thanks for the video. I wouldn't have known about the spring thing otherwise. Of course the rubber boot fell off into the depths of the compartment when I was changing the bulb. I'm going to drive around my parking lot and see if it falls out, else off to Amazon for replacement.

[@jcarr9976]

I just changed my first lightbulb and I'm 46. If it wasn't for that mirror I might have been stuck 😭 but thank you so much for this video 😊

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad I could help!

[@juanocampo7103]

Thank you so much! I tried changing the light and run into trouble. Watch your video and got it done!

[@infoanalysis]

I go through a lot of bulbs I try not to touch the globe but its hard since the small japanese access profile makes it tough. I get the H1 bulbs at Wallmart the brighter more expensive bulbs don't necessairy last longer they are just brighter and more dear. Take some gloves from the emergency eye cleaning unit at wallmart and wear them when replacing the bulb. The little Stanley white sub connector will get loose and this may cause a poor connection so you have to bend the little u prongs in to make a tighter fit.Use a nail or a needle nose pliers. Also I found that the bulb may short out the circuit and this will require you to change the fuse on number 15 for the driver side and the number 17 for the passenger side. These headlights have their own dedicated fuse for each side. The fuse box is on the drive side just above the light assemble near the left fender.

[@pinetree1028]

Thank you so much. I look at your KZbin, I changed light bulb by my self, I am 59 female. Thank you again.

[@MaxibillianBus]

across all of youtube your video was the BEST . thank you sir for the very well informing information .

[@joannelewis4024]

After watching this, I am going to change it myself. Thank you!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad I could help! Just remember not to touch the glass part of the bulb.

[@joannelewis4024]

@@jimthecarguy , I was a success!!! But I did accidently change the bright light on accident, so I just changed both! Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

[@joeevans2489]

What are the powered on top corner lights called, currently trying to find a new socket for one and I don't know the name of it.

[@jelly12329]

Hi, I just successfully changed the headlight bulb according to your instructions but I have one point to add. The connecter has 3 ways to plug in and after I changed the bulb it didn't work so I flipped the connecter over and it still didn't work. I thought there would only be 2 possible ways to plug it in. I then drove to my garage and my mechanic casually flipped the connecter again to the third possibility and the headlight came on. You may want to remind people of this. Keep the orientation of the plug in mind.

[@anniela6388]

Hi Jim, thank you for this informative video! You make it really simple and so that I can now do this myself instead of relying on my dad. I do have a question - which part are the tabs I would need to tighten since my bulb cannot plug in since it is loose? I'm having trouble figuring out how to get the bulb to fit in the socket. Thanks in advance!

[@dlbyspk]

You made an absolute pig of a job with that bloody clip much easier. Thanks!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it helped

[@catherineprince7445]

Thanks I appreciate your video. Ive always had older chevey/GM's. I thought this would be more work but it's actually quicker than I thought. Thanks Jim!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it helped

[@yeochi79]

The mirror for reinstallation is the best way to me. Thanks!

[@PwnySparklez]

What kind of bulb is needed for this model car?

[@learn5081]

Thanks for the helpful video! Is the low beam bulb the same as the high beam bulb?

[@comachocomacho6581]

Hi, I want to replace a Sidelight bulb passanger side on 04 Honda crv. should I have to take off all the frame and get the all lamp frame off? can you make a video of that please . Thank you

[@BouffantFlint]

thorough and clear. Thanks, Jim!

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help! Don't forget to like and subscribe

[@sneezie2]

So I've always replaced the bulbs in pairs. What are your thoughts, Jim?

[@martysnyder7917]

Thank you very much. You made it very clear to understand!!! And good video!!!

[@jdmax4339]

Perfect Explanation ... Need help i have Honda HR-V Year 2000.. When i remove the both side bulb i didn't notice the side that you mention bulb angle.. please help me to find out correct position to put back

[@algallucci5236]

great instructions but I am confused as to why you said if you moved the bulb it would turn on. Wouldn't that mean a loose wire?

[@jimthecarguy]

Actually what happens is the filament in bulb is broken and by moving it around it will weld itself back together temporarily.Thanks for watching.

[@marjoriegoodwin9121]

Thank you,esp'ly for showing the clip in the mirror. Very helpful!

[@jimdalziel2317]

hi before i try this has any one done it. They say if you remove the headlight lens from your Crv headlight and put it into the dishwasher on a wash it will come out as good as new. Thanks.

[@jimthecarguy]

Don't do that it will not work. It will cause major problems.

[@morganmonopoli8197]

Thanks Had to use this both times I did it I think I touched the filament last time and it burned out fast

[@gabrieltorres2819]

I broke the clip in half. What should I do? Temporarily I have been duck taping it like a mad man for now but after a couple weeks the bulb gets loose. I don't know what to do. Any suggestions?

[@jimthecarguy]

If the clip has broken it maybe available from the dealer but I don't think so.If not you either will have to replace the light or get a new clip in a junk yard.

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@jimthecarguy : I second the junk yard option.

[@delvinsalomon920]

Hi my name is Delvin and I'm having the same problem, does the polarity of the bulbs matter?

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@Delvin Salomon: no, the polarity does not matter unless you use LED bulbs

[@martinthatsall1518]

On my Ctd-i Diesel 2006, the dipped beam remains on with the high beam giving great lighting but the dipped beam bulbs only last 5 years or less as a result. The right hand dipped beam bulb (RHDrive vehicle) is a real pig to fit unless the nearby fluid reservoir is loosened first. Even so, scraped knuckles are inevitable. I now have all four bulbs and the two 5w side/position light bulbs replaced every 3rd annual service as the bulbs slowly get dimmer with use. I replaced the side lights ("position lights") with 1w LED. A major upgrade for less than $3. You CANNOT legally or practically replace the headlight bulbs with LEDs.

[@delvinsalomon920]

Sorry about that text, I have little question, does the polarity of the bulb matter on these headlights

[@Xboxninja360]

Thank you for the video, it was very detailed. Just what anyone would need for a job well done!

[@TruePatriot76]

I just replaced the bulb in my wifes 06 CRV with the help of your video. But when I did it the rubber part was missing from both right and left headlights. Would you know a part # or where I could find replacements? Thanks your video was very helpful

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@BlitzkriegVR6: try RockAuto parts website. If no luck, try the parts dept at your local dealer. Good luck

[@MaximumDIYGarage]

@BlitzkriegVR6: another “budget” option Is to try your local junk yard.

[@barbara82589]

After removing the rubber gasket, clean off the arrow area on it (indicates the topside of gasket) and put some bright colored nail polish on it (hot pink, yellow, light red etc) so it’s easy to see in future when you put it back on. Black imprint on black was a stupid idea since most people don’t even notice there is an arrow or what it means. An imprint of larger arrow or line with word TOP (and in yellow) would have been better design.

[@jimthecarguy]

Good point .Thanks for watching.

[@TheInnerVortex]

thanks a bunch for the effort to show what needs to be done. Thank you !

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad to help

[@CarlWF6J]

Jim, once again your great video and instructions helped once more!

[@andijoseph]

Thanks Jim, wish I had of seen this yesterday before my car went into for yearly registration, I had mine in upside down, they worked but lit badly and didn't pass, I had to to back and got charged again. bad mistake!!!

[@andrewhammond2898]

Thank you, this really helped me

[@patricklarivee5906]

Thanks that helped. I had no idea about the "spring". 😆

[@declanlee2970]

Very helpful video - thanks for sharing 🙌🙌🙌

[@Trang-xq9fn]

Extremely helpful!! Thank you for posting your video.

[@livinginwilderness7913]

Thanks Jim, well explained! Have you considered Led bulbs?

[@2feelbetter681]

Good video friend! You went out of your way to make sure we could see important details. Much appreciated.

[@jimthecarguy]

I'm happy to help. Thanks for watching. Don't forget to hit the bell for notifications when a new video is posted

[@brucewayne7422]

Excellent step by step process…thank you so much….so helpful

[@mayonaisse]

Thank you! The mirror part was very helpful.

[@esepinchechuy123]

They're h1 bulbs right?

[@fluxcapacitor4609]

What model bulb?

[@gavinborchers7159]

Thanks man. Very simple and helpful. I was in and out with both lights in about five minutes

[@melvingriffith3652]

Thanks for the video! Very helpful

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@tatialo37]

Keep burning out these lights! Which is the best bulb for replacement? Great video!

[@jimthecarguy]

Good question. I use Wagner or Sylvania they are the best. Thank you for watching . Don't forget to subscribe.

[@tatialo37]

Thanks for the reply! The switch is acting up too!

[@rick00770]

Thanks a lot. had no idea on my 06 crv. Subscribed

[@jamesbinns8528]

Thank you very much. If you hadn't used the mirror, I'd still be fiddlin' with the clip!

[@stoneyvill]

I noticed no one mention that the Honda CRV 2002 - 2006 model used the H1 type of headlight bulb.

[@jimthecarguy]

Good point.Thanks for watching.

[@malachy1847]

There was an upgrade before the end of that production run 2002-2006 MK11, the likes of Leather Stats differentAlloy Wheel spokes, Cruise control..and a different Headlamp Light unit...Great Cars...that Tree Pin to Two pin to H1 Bulb adapter Unit sometimes heats up and Burns out something to look at if the look Brown rather that White they are on the way out...worth replacing as preventive maintenance just put in two new ones while changing the Bulbs ... plus sourced two spares as i'm keeping this CRV... no better Cars on the Road...Great upload...

[@nairdayalbmert8383]

Thank you jimthecarguy! Very clear and concise!

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@chrisllang8055]

Excellent video guide ! Explained EVERYTHING I needed to know. Thanks Bunches

[@jimthecarguy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@vababy45]

The headlights must be made and installed in Amerikkka. The drivers side light always burns out. Recall please.

[@jimthecarguy]

If the driver side always burns out you either have a problem with the wiring or possible you are buying a poor quality bulb. Just make sure not to touch the glass on the bulb because that will cause it to burn out. Thanks for watching.

[@vababy45]

@@jimthecarguy thank you so much. I do touch the bulb, even though it clearly says not to. You know how some women are.

[@thexflexclan]

Man today I replace the same one and it took me a few minutes to put it back that Clíp gave me a hard time:(

[@witamwas]

That clip is a nightmare, I can't feel my finger...

[@adrianaguayo1995]

Good job buddy thanks l’ll be working on exact same thing bolb

[@J.E.Sunseri]

Thank you! This was very helpful.

[@TiffyDiamondZP]

Thank you Jim! Exactly what I needed