Procedure to replace left low-beam headlight bulb on 1996 Accord

When either the high or low beam light is out in either side, DRL (daytime running lights) indicator will come on. When one bulb goes out, that's a clue the opposite bulb will burn out soon, so its best to replace both bulbs. If it was a fuse issue, both left and right side would be out. If driver side is OK but passenger side is not, then its a bulb issue. A 2006 Honda civic takes 9006 (HB4) low beam bulbs and 9005 (HB3) high beam bulbs. Cheapest is online from Walmart site-2-store. After procuring, wear latex, vinyl, or ANY gloves to keep your (corrosive) oil skin from coming in contact with headlight glass bulbs. Your skin oil will chemically react and cause shorter life span on glass bulbs. Instruction don't tell you this, so you handle with your hands, then need to replace bulbs 3 years later instead of 5 years (or more) in the future. With gloves on, pop the hood and look behind each headlight. Turn counter clockwise to unlock headlight bulb holders. Its a quarter to half turn to unlock bulb holder lock. Replace one bulb at a time so you don't confuse high beam from low beam. The wire has a tab you need to lift to pull out & disconnect wire connector. You might need a slim narrow-**** (NOT phillips) screwdriver to lift the tab; or use your house key. Snap the wire connector to the new bulb, then twist into headlight housing to secure bulb holders, then move on to the next bulb to repeat the procedure. Pict below, 9005 high beam is on the left, 9006 low beam is on the right. Handle by grasping the plastic base, not the glass bulbs. The raised potrusion on the bottom center is where the tab locks onto wire connector. Replace all 4 bulbs now, but in the future, its likely the low beam will wear out before the high beam. In the future, replace only the pair, not all 4. The factory installs inferior bulbs that go out sooner, hoping you'll take to dealership and they ******** you with higher parts-n-labor fees. As opposed to Walmart online site-2-store, it would cost you AT LEAST triple in parts & labor from dealership to replace all 4 headlight bulbs :-(

HEADLIGHTS NOT WORKING

It can be faulty headlight switch or issue with its wiring. Or its faulty head light fuse.

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To troubleshoot the issue i suggest you few help links with appropriate solution. So you can follow the test and confirm what exact problem is there in your case of headlights not working:-----

Click the link below: -----

All headlights not working?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/all-headlights-not-working.html

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• Working of Headlight switch?
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• Both headlight bulbs blow together?

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• Car headlight bulbs don't last long?

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2007 Dodge Caliber: Low Beam Headlight Not working

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/06/2007-dodge-caliber-low-beam-headlight.html

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2003 Toyota Camry: Headlights Work Intermittently?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/2003-toyota-camry-headlights-work.html

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Chevy Tahoe: Low Beam Lamps are not working?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/chevy-tahoe-low-beam-lamps-are-not.html

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe: Headlights not coming ON?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/2001-chevrolet-tahoe-headlights-not.html

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2004 Dodge Ram: High Beam Light is DIM?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/2004-dodge-ram-high-beam-light-is-dim.html

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2001 Chevrolet Tahoe: Both Low Beam Lamps Not Working?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/04/2001-chevrolet-tahoe-both-low-beam.html

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Low beam headlights Modification?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/04/low-beam-headlights-modification.html

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How to Replace a Headlight

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/08/how-to-replace-headlight.html

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How to Replace a Headlight Bulb

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/07/how-to-replace-headlight-bulb.html

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How to Replace a Headlight Switch

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/07/how-to-replace-headlight-switch.html

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How to Replace a Headlight Assembly

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/08/how-to-replace-headlight-assembly.html

How to Replace a Park Light Assembly

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/08/how-to-replace-park-light-assembly.html

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Low beam headlights Modification?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/04/low-beam-headlights-modification.html

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Headlight Assembly Removal On Honda Accord

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/06/headlight-assembly-removal-on-honda.html

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Honda Headlight Assembly Removal
http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/06/honda-headlight-assembly-removal.html

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How to Replace a Headlight Door

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/08/how-to-replace-headlight-door.html

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How to replace HID headlight bulbs for lexus 400h?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/how-to-replace-hid-headlight-bulbs-for.html

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These will help.

Thanks.

Check all your fuses - there's usually multiple fuses for headlamps and usually per beam

How to Replace a Headlight Bulb
(DIY Complexity: Easy / Time: 0.9 hour)

Parts:
1. Headlight Bulb

Tools:
1. Screwdriver
2. 1/4 in. Drive Ratchet
3. Socket Set



HIGH PERFORMANCE HALOGEN HEADLIGHT BULB -- Low 45/high 65 watts, Dual C-8 filament for both high beam and low beam; 100 percent legal halogen headlight bulbs; Features the whitest and brightest light color similar to daylight for safer night driving; Meets all US FMVSS 108 and Canadian CMVSS 108 requirements.

Steps:
Step 1 Open the hood and locate the headlight assembly.
o Tip: Most headlight assemblies have a place in the rear to gain access to the headlight bulb.
o Tip: It is recommended that headlight bulbs are replaced in pairs.
o Tip: Always make sure the struts on the hood can fully support the weight of the hood so that it does not close on you while working. The use of a hood prop can securely hold it in place.
o Tip: Safety Tip:Always wear safety glasses when working on your vehicle. Wear other personal protective equipment (PPE) when necessary, for example latex gloves or safety shoes.

Step 2 Gain access to headlight bulb.
o Tip: It is a good idea to check the high beam and low beam headlight bulbs at this time.

Step 3 Disconnect the wiring harness and replace the old headlight bulb with a new one.



Remove the retaining ring from the base of the bulb, then...




...turn the bulb and remove it from the headlight assembly.

Step 4 Turn on the headlights and check high and low beams to verify repairs.


Hope this help (remember comment and rated this).

http://www.autozone.com/autozone/repairinfo/repairguide/repairGuideContent.jsp;jsessionid=452E33882A1EC92BA14E1C83E482A245.diyprod5-b2c15?chapterTitle=Wiring+Diagrams&partName=Chassis+Electrical&pageId=0900c1528003a3a9&partId=0900c1528003a2df

most accord aftermarket headlights use h3 bulbs. these bulbs are costly so most people use the cheapest bulb available...bad thing is that the cheaper bulbs burn out much quicker. replace the bulb and it should work...if not check the plugs for a loose wire.

I have a similar problem with my 55 plate 93.
I go to Halfords and by a pair of H7s (two for one offer, replace BOTH at the same time and keep the old 'good' bulb as a get out of jail.

No one seems to know what the answer is.. or do they?

yes it is the bulb.

check the headlight fuse.has one for low and one for high beams

you say you replaced both bulbs, you mean right and left or both the high beam and the low beam on left side?could be a bad ground for the left headlight. there should be some ground wires there near the headlight, LF corner under hood. without a wiring diagram here at home,I am not much help.