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The headlights on your vehicle are the key to your road visibility at night, in the rain, and through the fog. Without functioning headlights on your vehicle, it isn’t safe to drive your car. When you need new headlights, you should schedule service quickly at your Chevy or CDJR dealership.
There are a couple of signs that indicate you need to replace your headlights. If your headlights are dim or flickering, it’s likely your bulbs are nearly dead or that there is a problem with the wiring connections between your headlights and your car battery. If your headlights are cloudy, yellow, or hazy, the problem might be with a dirty headlight lens, which can easily be replaced at the dealership.
Typically, headlights can last anywhere from one year to over five years, depending on the type of bulbs used. Halogen bulbs are common on older miles and may only last a year or so, while modern LED headlights are known to last at least 20,000 hours. Headlight replacements are a part of routine vehicle maintenance, so your dealership will generally have a stock of the precise headlights your vehicle needs.
Should You Replace All Lights?
If your headlights are having trouble, the other exterior lights on your vehicle might be facing the same issues, particularly if all the lights were installed at the same time. It’s a good idea to replace your taillights, brake lights, and turn signal indicator lights at the same time you replace your headlights so all bulbs are in sync.
Can You Upgrade Your Headlights?
If your vehicle has been using halogen headlights, then you might be sick of replacing these bulbs so frequently. Depending on your specific model, your vehicle may be eligible for an LED headlight upgrade. You might have the option of upgrading to HID Xenon headlights if your vehicle isn’t compatible with LED wiring. Both LED and HID Xenon bulbs last significantly longer than halogen bulbs.
Ask Your Chevy Dealer: What If a Bad Battery causes your Headlight Issues?
Sometimes, the cause of your headlight issues isn’t related to wiring, broken bulbs, or cloudy lenses at all. A common sign of a bad battery is issues with headlight dimness or headlight unreliability. During your auto service to replace your headlights, a mechanic can conduct a simple battery health test to ensure the underlying problem isn’t caused by your battery.
When you need to replace your headlights or any other lights on your vehicle, you can schedule a car service appointment at your local dealership. Your dealership will replace your old headlights with OEM lights ideal for your make and model. Reach out to Patterson Kilgore Group in Kilgore, TX today to schedule service.
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