Headlights can go bad for a number of reasons, and if yours aren’t brightly lighting your way when driving at night or in inclement weather, it’s time to find the reason why and fix them. Not only is driving with faulty headlights unsafe and dangerous, but you could also get pulled over and ticketed, exponentially escalating the problem and cost. Here are some of the signs that your headlights are having problems:
· They’re flickering or becoming dimmer with use
· The low beams don’t work but the high beams do
· Only one headlight works when you turn the lights on
· There are cracks in the headlight lenses and moisture inside
· The headlight lenses are yellowed with oxidation and no longer clear
· Neither headlight will work
Repair requirements can range from simple bulb replacement to replacing the whole headlamp assembly. If you’re car savvy, you may be able to do bulb or fuse replacement yourself, guided by the owner’s manual recommendations and directions. Those are the most simple types of issues to fix or replace in headlights. More difficult issues can be a headlight relay, headlight switch, dimmer switch, ignitor module, corroded bulb socket, wiring defect, or a broken headlight cover. Your local mechanic can help you diagnose the problem and formulate a plan for fixing it and getting you safely back on the road.
When headlights are beyond repair
If the damage is such that repair is not possible, you’re looking at having to replace the whole headlamp assembly. Before you go to the dealership and receive a price that will make you want to faint, check LKQ Online for a genuine OEM (original equipment manufacturer) used headlamp auto part to perfectly fit your car, truck, or SUV. And before you get hung up on “used car part” and thinking you’ll just be purchasing the same problem you already have, here are seven benefits to replacement used auto parts:
· Substantial cost savings for genuine OEM parts over dealership new OEM parts.
· LKQ Online only sells high-quality, visually inspected salvaged auto parts.
· Search features, including year, make, model, and VIN number ensure guaranteed fit for used parts.
·OEM used parts are easier to install with no adjustments as can be necessary with new aftermarket or modified parts.
· Our used parts, except airbags, tires, and seatbelts, come with a free, standard warranty of 6,000 miles or six months.
· Headlamp assemblies ship free and fast, directly to you or your mechanic.
· Auto makers often carry identical parts across multiple models and years, so you can buy parts from a newer vehicle model than yours with less miles and wear.
Expert’s Tip: Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, No. 108, says you cannot modify your vehicle’s headlights, such as retro-fitting LED lights into halogen headlights. Legally, broken headlights can only be replaced with the same model that your vehicle originally had.
Fitment is key to a perfect replacement
When you shop LKQ Online, it’s critical that you know the year, make, and model of your vehicle. The VIN number is the final bit of information to help you find the exact part for your car. Each listed used part offers a description, OEM or OE part number, alternative part number (aftermarket), the source vehicle, and fitment. Fitment is a comprehensive listing of other years, makes, and models that are compatible with this exact OEM dealer part. For example, this 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Used Headlamp Assembly actually comes from a 2013 Chrysler Town & Country source vehicle and will also fit any of the following:
· 2008 Chrysler Town & Country Used Headlamp Assembly
· 2008 Chrysler Town & Country - halogen, R.
· 2008-2012 Chrysler Town & Country - halogen, R.
· 2009-2010 Chrysler Town & Country - exc. automatic dimming; halogen, R.
· 2011-2013 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), R.
· 2013 Chrysler Town & Country - Touring, (halogen), R.
· 2013 Chrysler Town & Country - Touring-L, (halogen), R.
· 2014-2015 Chrysler Town & Country - Touring (quad halogen), R.
· 2014-2015 Chrysler Town & Country - Touring-L (quad halogen), R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), AVP, R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), Cargo Van, R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), Crew, R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), CVP, R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), SE, R.
· 2014-2015 Dodge Caravan - (halogen), SXT, R.
· 2015 Chrysler Town & Country - Limited (quad halogen), R.
· 2015 Chrysler Town & Country - LX (quad halogen), R.
· 2016 Chrysler Town & Country - quad halogen, chrome bezel, R.
· 2016-2020 Dodge Caravan - (quad halogen), chrome bezel, R.
Expert’s Tip: Especially for an older car, it’s a good idea to replace both headlights at the same time to avoid uneven light and so they match if the replacement assemblies are noticeably newer.
With over 200 locations nationwide, LKQ Online has an extensive inventory of used headlamp assemblies for LED, halogen, and Xenon/HID headlights. Whatever type of light your vehicle requires, we should have a perfect match to restore your car or truck to factory standards. The importance of properly working lights can’t be over emphasized because they protect you, your passengers, and other drivers on the road. We also carry OEM used car parts for any vehicle lighting need, including taillights, brake lights, backup lights, and turn signal replacement lights. We are dedicated to making your online auto parts shopping experience a positive and successful one. Trust LKQ Online for high-quality used parts, user-friendly search, comprehensive parts descriptions, guaranteed fit, standard warranties, 30-day return policy, and fast shipping.
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