Replacing Light Bulbs - Acura ILX User Manual

Replacing Light Bulbs

Headlight Bulbs
When replacing, use the following bulbs.
High beam headlight: 60 W (HB3)
Low beam headlight:
■
High Beam Headlight
Coupler
High Voltage Discharge Types
■
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.
274
55 W (H11 for halogen bulb Type)
35 W (D2S for high voltage discharge type)
Driver side
Bulb
1. Remove the engine compartment cover.
Tab
2 Engine Compartment Cover P. 259
All models
2. Push the tab to remove the coupler.
3. Rotate the old bulb to the left to remove.
4. Insert a new bulb into the headlight
assembly and turn it to the right.
5. Insert the coupler into the connector of the
bulb.
1Headlight 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.
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 or tow a trailer, 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.