How do i change the headlight bulb on my 1990 Honda Accord lx?

Question

I feel kind of stupid asking this, yesterday i went to change the bulb and i just couldn't figure out how to get to the stupid thing!

Answer 1

http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/ab_parts_accessories/article/0,2021,DIY_13690_3579214,00.html

Answer 2

there is a retaining ring that holds the buld into the headlight assembly. to replace the bulb, first disconnect the connector from the old bulb. There is a tab on the top of the connector that pushes backward (toward the engine) and with the tab released and held back you can push the connector downward to remove it. On many of the older cars you need to use a flat blade screwdriver to push the sides of the connector downward because the connectors are stuck on from years of dirt and grime buildup.

with the connector removed you can reach the retaining ring that holds the bulb in. the retainer ring is a circular ring that locks the bulb in place. to release the bulb you turn the retaining ring counter-clockwise (when looking at the ring from the engine). The ring should turn between 1/8 and 1/4 turn before the bulb will pull out. The bulb comes out straight rearward.

you replace the bulb by reversing the above steps. As a caution, don't handle the bulb by the glass; only touch the plastic housing or you'll cause the new bulb to fail prematurely.

you may have to remove the power steering reservoir or the air inlet tube on some models (the thing that looks like a periscope on the right side--it just pulls straight up and out) to get to the bulb if you have big hands, but it shouldn't be too much of a problem.

hope that answers your question

Answer 3

Depending on which light it is the battery may be in the way. On the back of the light you'll see a big locking ring. Unplug the wire from the light,take off the ring and the bulb will pull out of the light assembly. When putting the new light in make sure not to touch the glass on the new bulb. Just touch the plastic. Oils from your hands getting on the bulb will cause the bulb to prematurely burn out.

Answer 4

1990 Honda Accord Headlights

Answer 5

You may have to move the power steering out of the way to get to the bulb if the headlight is on the drivers side. Just pop the power steering canister out of place (it will stay connected) and reach for the bulb.

Answer 6

This site has some pictures showing how to change the bulbs:
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/ab_parts_accessories/article/0,2021,DIY_13690_3579214,00.html