First of all, you need to know a lot of information about sidelights, also called low beam headlights. Unlike some lights, they are mandatory. They must be at least two and work on the left as well as on the right. They must also illuminate at a distance of 30 meters without blinding the users opposite. Supposing that one of the lights of the Toyota Highlander is not functional, you risk a fine of 68 euros. Of course, it is initially for safety reasons that it is necessary to change them when they no longer work. We will now see how to change these low beam headlights on the Toyota Highlander, step by step.change-low-beam-Toyota-Highlander

How to change a sidelight on a Toyota Highlander

Before starting the manipulations, it is necessary to turn off the engine. Allow approximately 5 or 10 minutes for this change of low beam on a Toyota Highlander. This repair does not require any special tool, other than perhaps a flat screwdriver to help you if a cover has difficulty removing.

  • Open the hood of the Toyota Highlander
  • Identify the location of the lighthouse block
  • Remove the protective cover so as to reach the fire block
  • Disconnect the connector
  • Carefully remove the bulb from the low beam
  • Compare the new bulb with the old one to be sure it fits perfectly
  • Place the new bulb gently in its location. Check that it is stable and well engaged
  • Replace the connector, but also the cover

Its good. Replacing a low beam on a Toyota Highlander is a very easy and quick operation, accessible to beginners. Good road!