How To: Replace headlights and taillights

Automotive lighting is one area of mechanics and car care that might seem intimidating to the average driver when it comes to do it yourself repair and replacement. However, vehicle headlamps work very similarly to all the lighting fixtures encountered around the home or office: bulbs illuminate the road, and occasionally need to be replaced to ensure safety on the road and proper standards for inspection. In this video clip series, you will learn the basics of headlight and taillight removal, replacement and installation as our expert mechanic demonstrates the steps. Everything from choosing the right bulb to cleaning up after a replacement job, as well as tips for testing a light's effectiveness and tools required for this DIY automotive job.