Before starting, you must understand several indications about the pilot lights, also called dipped beam headlamps. Unlike some traffic lights, these are mandatory. They must be at least two and walk to the left as to the right. They must also illuminate at a distance of 30 meters without blinding motorists in front. If one of the lights of the Nissan Maxima 3 is broken, you risk a fine of 68 euros. Of course, it is primarily for safety reasons that it is essential to replace them when they no longer work. We will now see how to replace these low beams on the Nissan Maxima 3, point by point.
How to change a sidelight on a Nissan Maxima 3
Before starting the operations, it is necessary to switch off the engine. Allow about 5 or 10 minutes for this change of low beam on a Nissan Maxima 3. This repair does not require any special tool, except a flat screwdriver to help you if a cover has trouble coming.
- Open the hood of the Nissan Maxima 3
- Locate the location of the headlight unit
- Remove the protective cover in order to reach the fire block
- Disconnect the connector
- Carefully remove the bulb from the low beam
- Compare the new bulb with the previous one to be sure it fits perfectly
- Carefully put the new bulb in its place. Make sure it is fixed and correctly engaged
- Replace the connector and the cover
That's it. Replacing a low beam on a Nissan Maxima 3 is a very simple and short operation, accessible to beginners. Good walk!