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2006-2013 Lexus IS 250 Low Beam Headlight Bulb Replacement

Low-beam headlights help you see the road...

iFixit Library Lexus IS Moderate 30 - 45 minutes Guide 167857

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Before you begin

Low-beam headlights help you see the road clearly at night or in bad weather without blinding other drivers, ensuring safe and comfortable driving. Driving with burnt low-beam headlight bulbs will result in traffic stops and also lead to a higher risk of an accident occurring. This guide will go over the steps needed to replace the low-beam headlight bulb in a 2006–2013 Lexus IS250. Before you begin, turn off the car, put it in park, and engage the emergency brake.

Step 1

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Pull the hood release in the lower left of the driver's side of your car.
Lift the hood of your car until it stays up on its own.

Step 2

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP 1/4" Flathead Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use any size flathead screwdriver to remove the screw plugs that are holding down the engine cover.

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Remove the bottom engine cover.

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP 1/4" Flathead Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Use a 1/4" flathead screwdriver to remove the screw holding down the top engine cover.

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Remove the side engine cover.

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Use a 10 mm wrench to remove the washer fluid tube.

Step 7

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Locate the headlight bulb's cover.

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Push the metal bar down to release the cover.

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Remove the bulb cover.

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Twist the headlight bulb cap counterclockwise (1/4 turn) to detach.

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Push the metal clips inward to release the headlight bulb.
Pull the bull out of the socket.

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Insert the new headlight bulb.
Make sure not to touch the glass part with your hands. This can cause a hot spot on the bulb, making it burn out faster. Use gloves to avoid oil and salt transfer to the bulb.