Replacing Light Bulbs
Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1Headlight Bulbs
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3 for halogen bulb type)
NOTICE
Low beam headlight: 55 W (H11 for halogen bulb type)*
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit.
Oil, perspiration, or a scratch on the glass can cause
the bulb to overheat and shatter.
35 W (D4S for high voltage discharge type)*
High Beam Headlight
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The headlight aim is set by the factory, and does not
need to be adjusted. However, if you regularly carry
heavy items in the luggage area, have the aiming
readjusted at a dealer or by a qualified technician.
1. Remove the coupler.
Bulb
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
The HB3 and H11 types are halogen bulbs.
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.
Tab
Coupler
Low Beam Headlights
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Model with high voltage discharge low beam headlights
High voltage can remain in the circuit for a long period of time after the light is
switched off. Do not attempt to inspect or replace the high voltage discharge type
bulbs yourself. Ask a dealer to inspect and replace low beam headlights.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuPosition Light and Daytime Running Light Bulbs
Model with halogen low beam headlights
1. Remove the coupler.
u It can be removed by pushing the tab.
Bulb
2. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
3. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
4. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
Coupler
Tab
Position Light and Daytime Running Light Bulbs
Position Light and Daytime Running Light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized
Honda dealer inspect and replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFront Turn Signal Light Bulbs
Front Turn Signal Light Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Front Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)
1. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new bulb.
Socket
Bulb
Active Cornering Light Bulbs*
Active Cornering Light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect
and replace the light assembly.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuSide Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
Side Turn Signal/Emergency Indicator Light Bulbs
Door mirrors have the side turn lights. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
Fog Light Bulbs*
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
1Fog Light Bulbs*
NOTICE
Halogen bulbs get very hot when lit. Oil, perspiration,
or a scratch on the glass can cause the bulb to
overheat and shatter.
Fog Light: 35 W (H8 for halogen bulb type)
1. Pull the hole of the cover with your finger,
then remove it.
The fog lights are halogen bulbs.
Cover
When replacing a 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.
Hole
2. Remove the screws using a Phillips-head
screwdriver and carefully pull the fog light
assembly out of the bumper.
Screws
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuFog Light Bulbs*
3. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
4. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
5. Insert new bulb.
Bulb
Tab
Coupler
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuBack-Up Light and Rear Turn Signal Light Bulbs
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 (Amber)
1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove
Bolts
the bolts.
2. Pull the light assembly out of the rear pillar.
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
Bulb
Socket
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuBrake/Tail-light Bulbs
5. Reinstall the light assembly by sliding it on
to the guide on the body.
Guide
Brake/Tail-light Bulbs
Brake/Tail-light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer inspect and
replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuRear Licence Plate Light Bulb
Rear Licence Plate Light Bulb
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Rear Licence Plate Light: 5 W
1. Push the left edge of the lens to the right
and pull out the licence light assembly.
2. Push the tabs to remove the lens.
3. Remove the old bulb.
Tab
4. Insert a new bulb.
Bulb
Tab
Lens
High-Mount Brake Light Bulb
High-mount brake light bulbs are LED type. Have an authorized Honda dealer
inspect and replace the light assembly.
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuRear Fog Light
Rear Fog Light
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Rear Fog Light: 21 W
Left-hand Drive Type
Left-hand Drive Type
Cover
1. Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to remove
the bolts.
2. Remove the cover.
Bolts
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuRear Fog Light
All models
Left-hand Drive Type
Bulb
3. Turn the socket to the left and remove it.
Remove the old bulb.
4. Insert a new bulb.
Socket
Right-hand Drive Type
Bulb
Socket
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuOther Light Bulbs
Other Light Bulbs
Ceiling Light Bulb
Map Light Bulbs
Vanity Mirror Light Bulbs*
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When replacing, use the following bulb.
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Ceiling Light: 8 W
Map Light: 8 W
Vanity Mirror Light: 2 W
1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat- 1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat- 1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat-
tip screwdriver to remove the cover.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
tip screwdriver to remove the cover.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
tip screwdriver to remove the cover.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Bulb
Bulb
Bulb
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new
bulb.
bulb.
bulb.
* Not available on all models
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uuReplacing Light BulbsuOther Light Bulbs
Luggage Area Light Bulb
Glove Box Light Bulb*
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When replacing, use the following bulb.
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
Luggage Area Light: 8 W
Glove Box Light: 3.4 W
1. Pry on the edge of the cover using a flat- 1. Open the glove box.
tip screwdriver to remove the cover.
u Wrap the flat-tip screwdriver with a
cloth to prevent scratches.
Bulb
Bulb
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new
bulb.
2. Remove the old bulb and insert a new
bulb.
* Not available on all models
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