Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
High/Low beam headlight: 60/55 W (H4LL/HB2LL*, H4/HB2* for halogen bulb type)
High/Low Beam Headlight
- Remove the coupler.
- Remove the rubber weather seal.
- Remove the hold-down wire, then remove the bulb.
- Insert a new bulb.
- Reinstall the hold-down wire. Hook the end of the wire on the knob in the slot.
You can see if the hold-down wire is in the right place from the inspection window. - Reinstall the rubber weather seal.
- Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb.
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter.
The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry heavy items in the cargo area, have the aiming readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its base, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
Front Turn Signal/Parking Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Side Marker Light: 3CP
- Turn the socket counter-clockwise and remove it.
- Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Fog Light: 35W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
- Remove the screws using a Phillips-head screwdriver and remove the holding clips using a flat-tip screwdriver.
- Pull the under part of the inner fender cover down.
- Push the tab to remove the coupler.
- Rotate the old bulb counter-clockwise to remove.
- Insert a new bulb into the fog light assembly and turn it clockwise.
- Insert the coupler into the connector of the bulb.
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to overheat and shatter.
When replacing a halogen bulb, handle it by its plastic case, and protect the glass from contact with your skin or hard objects. If you touch the glass, clean it with denatured alcohol and a clean cloth.
* Not available on all models
Holding clip
Insert a flat-tip screwdriver, lift and remove the central pin to remove the clip.
Insert the clip with the central pin raised, and push until it is flat.
Back-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Back-Up Light: 21 W
Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W
- Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove the bolts.
- Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
- Turn the socket counter-clockwise and remove it. Remove the old bulb.
- Insert a new bulb.
- Slide the light assembly onto the guide on the body.
Brake/Tail/Rear Side Marker Lights
Brake/tail/rear side marker lights are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
High-Mount Brake Light
High-mount brake light is LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
Rear License Plate Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Rear License Plate Light: 5 W
- Push the lens on the left and pull out the lens and the socket attached to it.
- Remove the license plate light assembly by squeezing the tabs on both sides of the socket.
- Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.