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2022 Honda Civic Owners Manual - Replacing Light Bulbs



Replacing Light Bulbs

Headlights

Headlights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

Detail
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the trunk, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.

Fog Lights*

Fog lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

* Not available on all models

Front Turn Signal Lights

Front turn signal lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

Front Side Marker Lights

Front side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

Parking/Daytime Running Lights

Parking/daytime running lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Lights*

Door mirror side turn lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

* Not available on all models

Brake Light, Taillight, Rear Side Marker Light, and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

Brake Light:
LED

Taillight:
LED

Rear Side Marker Light:
LED

Rear Turn Signal Light:
21 W (Amber)
  1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat-tip screwdriver to remove the cover.
    • Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a cloth to prevent scratches.
  1. Unscrew the bolts.
  1. Grasp underneath the taillight and rotate it upward to release the lower snap pin.
  1. Rotate the taillight outward to release the upper snap pin.
  2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
  1. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and remove it.
  2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
  3. Align the pins with the body grommets, then push in until they fully seat.
Detail
Brake lights, taillights, and rear side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

Taillight and Back-Up Light Bulbs

When replacing, use the following bulbs.

Taillight:
LED

Back-Up Light:
16 W
  1. Remove the holding clip using a flat-tip screwdriver, then pull the lining back.
  1. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and remove it.
  2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Detail
Taillights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

When removing the clip, insert a flat-tip screwdriver, then lift and remove the clip.

Insert the clip with the pin raised, and push until it is flat.

Rear License Plate Light

Rear license plate light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

High-Mount Brake Light Bulb

Models without LED high-mount brake light

When replacing, use the following bulb.

High-Mount Brake Light:
21 W
  1. Open the trunk.
  2. Turn the socket counter-clockwise and remove it.
  3. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Detail
Models with LED high-mount brake light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.

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