2002-2006 Acura RSX Fog Light Bulbs Replacement

This guide explains how to replace a failed fog...

iFixit Library Acura RSX Moderate 20 - 50 minutes Guide 199998

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Guide overview

Before you begin

This guide explains how to replace a failed fog light bulb on a 2006 Acura RSX. It provides step-by-step instructions for removing the old bulb and installing a new one. This guide can also be used as a troubleshooting reference for anyone experiencing a fog light that is not working properly.

Step 1

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Park the car on a flat surface, turn off the engine, and engage the parking brake. Turn the steering wheel away from the fog light you are replacing. For the left fog light, turn the wheel right. For the right fog light, turn the wheel left. This creates more space to access the fog light.

Step 2

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Find the connector on the back of the fog light bulb. Press and hold its locking tab, then pull the connector straight off to unplug it. Pull the plastic plug, not the wires.
The last photo shows the connector. If it’s stuck, keep the tab pressed and gently wiggle it while pulling.

Step 3

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Twist the fog light bulb counterclockwise about a quarter turn to release it, then pull it straight out of the housing. Hold it by the plastic base.
The second photo shows the bulb once it’s out. Never touch the glass with bare fingers.

Step 4

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Line up the tabs on the new bulb with the socket in the housing, push it in, then twist it clockwise a quarter turn until it locks in place.
Plug the connector back onto the base of the bulb until it clicks. Make sure it sits fully and the wires aren’t pinched.
The bulb in the photo is an LED. A standard halogen bulb installs the same way.

Step 5

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Turn on your fog lights and check that the new bulb lights up. If your fog lights only work with the headlights on, switch those on first.
If a bulb doesn’t light, turn the lights off and recheck that the connector is clicked in and the bulb is locked in place.