This video is great, just finished the job using this video! The dealership wanted $1800. Save me a bunch of cash and made my daughter’s car safer! A million thanks!!!!
I am not a handy guy but after watching this video a couple of times I got up the guts to try it. Took an entire Sunday but the job is done and this video made it possible. Thank you! thank you!
Hey awesome video. Was wondering if you have a tutorial with a radiator removal and replacement. I'm guessing you would need the bumper off the same way that's in this video
Easily one of THE best part repair I’ve watched over the years. You hit so many details and I really appreciate the “extra” bits of information you added. Where hidden bolts/screws were, what the inside of failed headlight looks like. Thanks for the headlight glamour shots too. That was funny. Lol. Awesome job.
This has been so helpful. I haven’t heard anything ANYTHING from Nissan. They have been a headache to work with. So much so I’ve been turned off by the dealership and likely won’t be purchasing a Nissan after my experience
Dude... FANTASTIC video. I replaced bulbs twice over the years as it began to dim thinking it was the bulbs. Even purchased a lens cleaning kit, but never used it because the lamp itself wasn't that distorted. Now I see why. I'm replacing the headlight assembly on my 2015 Altima and my 6 speed 2004 Acura TL. This video saved me some time and I haven't even stated the swap yet. THANK YOU very much.
Guy...you know your stuff!!!! Me and my son just followed your video to the letter and no issues. I have never removed and put back together this much of a front end on a car. You covered every detail we needed to complete the job. You just made driving at night safer for my family and cant thank you enough!!!! As far as Nissan they should be ashamed of themselves for not getting every one of their cars into a dealer and fixed at Nissan's expense. When we called Nissan dealership they wanted the car brought in for a diagnostic test of the electric system costing $100s and then they would repair at our expense. They have lost us as customer forever as they have proved they have no regard for customer safety. Cant thank you enough as you saved us a lot of money and I am pretty sure you may have saved a few lives!!! Thanks again and for sure will subscribe.
Thank you for the confirmation. My headlamps are Useless. The dealer denied replacing my headlamps when I brought my car in within the Class Action timeframe based on Nissan's standards. A blantant disregard for Safety. I've changed Numerous bulbs including HIDs. Never buying Nissan again. Your video is a Savior.
Thanks!!! Came across your video because the wife was complaining that her 2016 Altima headlights seemed very dim. Thought it was bulbs and was researching how to replace them. Very informative video, from the mechanical side to the lawsuit. We never got any kind of notice in the mail for her car and I am guessing it has the same issue. Again, great job on the video and the information provided!!!
Out of like 6 videos this is definitely the most helpful I got my headlights replaced in like 45 minutes to an hour and this is coming from a guy with not that much mechanical experience
I've been wanting to replace my headlights, entirely, just because with the current lights, any oncoming light source drowns out mine and makes it nearly impossibly to see the lines on the road, let alone anything that might suddenly cross the road. I'm sure some of that is my astigmatism, but most of it will be brighter lights (Other vehicles, even street lights) drowning out my dimmer lights. This video is incredibly informational for anyone wanting to change out their headlamps without having to take it to a shop, and spend a ton of money to have someone else do it.
I had the same issue with my 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe. I ended up purchasing new headlights as you did and retrofitted LED H11 Bulbs. The difference after bulb replacement is night and day. I also heavily recommend going through the trouble of adding fog lights. Fog lights on Altimas create an amazing field of view. Thank you for creating content!
Wanted to stop in and say thank you SO much for this. This video was so informative. Got everything I needed, followed along no problem, and it made a world of difference. Made me feel great about myself. Impressed my wife and parents too! So thank you very much. You’re a legend.
Thanks for the tutorial. The dealership and a local shop quoted me an arm and a leg to change the headlights. Did it myself in less than 2 hours and saved a bunch of future headaches. Thanks a bunch again!
Thanks for this video. I just purchased a 2015 Altima and can verify it's a major problem and until I can get those headlight assemblies replaced, I have to drive with high beams on all the time. At first I replaced the halogens with xenon. Then I bought a polishing kit and polished the outside but neither of these two solutions worked and I noticed a slight bit of oxidation on the inside of the clear housing but didn't think that should be the main cause and only now am looking to replace the entire housing and found your video. As described in this video, the car is extremely dangerous to drive at night until fixed. I'm surprised a recall hasn't been issued for this fix. Two nights ago I hit some object in the road I couldn't see due to poor lighting and burst the passenger side front tire and had that replace with a temporary tire. Luckily(?) I was traveling only 30 mph so although the collision was enough to burst the tire it didn't cause more damage or so I hope at this time. Thank you for the link to the lawsuit, I will study what my options are before doing anything more myself. It looks like after October 2022 (My comment here is Nov 2022) it may be too late (after Sept 2022) to be covered in this lawsuit. Does this mean another class action lawsuit needs to be filed? I wonder why the class action lawsuit terms were so tight, to only cover extending the new warranty an additional 3 years to 2021 and then another year for "out of warranty" replacement? This headlight problem will be a never ending problem for Nissan as no defective headlight assembly should fail within 10 years, maybe even 20 years... I wonder what the industry median lifetime is for this part. Looks like I may contact the attorneys for this lawsuit, get whatever info I can and decide what to do then. Maybe contact Nissan to see if they will volunteer to do an out of warranty repair. IMO this is an extremely dangerous safety issue and should be subject to a recall for replacement. I wonder why the DOT hasn't gotten involved in this issue, maybe the lawsuit itself can provide details on that.
Same thing happened to my Nissan 2013. I contacted the dealership. Past the settlement date. I contacted the settlement website. No use. Let use know if you find anything worth pursuing. When I ask the dealership about a recall, he said, I am directed to send you to the settlement website, which offers nothing. I'm sure there are plenty of Nissan owner's that are just now experiencing the same issue. Mine started about 2 weeks ago, I can barely see at night. I agree with you, it is a major safety issue and should be a recall.
My 2014 Altima had this issue a little over a year ago. I was VERY thankful that Nissan replaced both of my headlight assemblies due to the recall lawsuit. They said it was about a $1500.00 job, and I'm glad I did not have to pay anything for this service. I actually had to wait 3 to 4 months to have it done, because of the tremendous amount of people that were on the list for this service to be done.
Did you pay for the labor upfront at the dealership and then get reimbursed? I received the lawsuit documents in the mail that said the lawsuit will only reimburse the parts and not the labor. I would have to turn in the receipts to the attorney firm for reimbursement. Did you call Nissan directly? I have a 2014 Altima and searching online to buy new headlight kits for both sides. Any suggestions anyone could give me would be greatly appreciated. 😊
@@lizbethlivebyfaith the dealership did not charge me anything. But I don't know if the lawsuit/recall is still active. It's been sometime back when I got it done. But I did not pay upfront, as the cost was going to be nearly $1500 from what the dealership told me. I was very grateful to get it done for nothing
@faithgiant_Ps91 Thank you so much for responding. I went ahead and sent an email to the firm that is handling the class action lawsuit to see if it's not too late for reimbursement.
Great video! Everything was explained clearly. The hardest parts were putting the new headlights in and cleaning out the dead bird between the bumper and the flashing underneath.
i can confirm, i have a 2013 coupe and it has the absolute worst headlights ever. i also could not tell whether the lights are on or off. you are so right, the second video camera actually does a pretty accurate depiction of what its like
Thanks for this video. I thought it was just me getting old and being scared of driving at night. I even hit some junk in the road one night and had to put on a new bumper / turn signal. Wish I would have put in new light assemblies when I already had the bumper out lol! Just ordered my new light assemblies and am super pumped!
You are amazing, thank you for posting this! I have this exact issue on my Nissan Altima and so far I'm being told it's going to cost me about $500 to replace the headlights, which is nuts. While I am not going to attempt to do the work myself, it is super helpful to have a clear understanding of what is involved so I am less likely to be ripped off. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. SUBSCRIBED!
Thank you for this! I have never really worked on vehicles outside of changing oil and windshield wipers.. just replaced both of mine in an hour and a half and that was with watching the video in between steps and taking phone calls. Such a helpful video.. really appreciate it
That's a pretty clean looking Altima. At least people aren't driving around with those super bright blueish purpley headlights anymore. Glad you can now see at night
At least in California, there are limitations now on the "bluish" tint, IIRC it's 6000 kelvins where to the eye the light is white and any blue is imperceptible. Higher kelvin numbers would graduate towards purple and are illegal. Lower numbers graduate towards orangish and appearance of natural sunlight.
Thank you for the detailed video! I did step by step. It took me about 3 hours. But I am still not satisfied with light of my headlights. It's not LED, but it's clear enough, but shine seems like steps on the way toward right and not far enough. And yes headlights need to adjust, and you clearly explained that!
Appreciate your thorough video as it was very detailed and helpful which allowed me to make this switch out with minimal issues. Biggest issue I had was rusted bolts and torn out clips from the seized bolts and clips. Huge improvement and now I am comfortable driving at night. Great job and thanks for putting this out...
I had the headlamp assemblies replaced on my 2013 Altima. Initially the new ones were aimed too far downward like in your video, but at least they were bright. I had the aim adjusted at the Nissan dealership (no place else would/could do it and I'm currently unable myself). Now they're aimed properly but BACK TO BEING DIM just as it was with the old factory headlamp assemblies. I'm at my wit's end.
This is absolutely one of the best videos I have come across. So informative and I honestly did not plan to watch the whole thing, but it was just really good and I was learning so much. Currently working on my car, replacing the headlights, 2012, but this gives me a pretty good idea of what to expect. Again, great video, left me thinking about what to look out for.. etc.
Hi buddy! Thanks a lot for your videos, I been learning a lot lately. Thanks to you I got replaced the Suspension arm controls from the back side and now, they're have to replace the headlights lamps too . I really appreciate
excellent video. I just got done changing out my lights. The only thing I would mention is that there is a thick piece of plastic that is under the top 3 mounting bolts on each side. And that piece has 2 nubs that stick into the other piece of the fender to make the crease pull together. Thanks again!
Great video, thanks for sharing. I just swapped out the headlights on my daughter’s car bc of the same issue. Waiting for the sun to go down, hoping these new lamps make a difference🤞
I had this problem in my 2017 Altima. Nissan dealership replaced my headlights for free, and I immidiatly installed LED bulbs made by Phillips to keep the heat low. This will prevent damaging my new headlight housings.
@@8Jallin thats correct…just went to the dealership service counter…explained the issue and they were aware of it….replaced them, no questions asked. Maybe I got lucky…I don’t know.
@@8Jallin I was out of my cars warranty...i had 190K on my odometer when this happened...I'm at 250K now...if your car is a 2016 or later, i would think it is covered. might want to try a different dealership.
Although grille replacement is easier for other Altima years, the plastic bumper cover must be loosened up for 2015. Minutes 2 through 6 are an excellent guide. You don't have to remove the bumper cover completely nor disconnect lights. It just has to be loose enough to reach in with a stubby philips head to loosen the screws in the 4 corners of the grille. If the old grille is trash, you can snap off the tabs with your fingers or a pair of pliers. Make sure you reposition any of the clips that come loose when you remove the philips screws in minute 5.
Absolutely BEST instructional video! Exactly my problem and your video work is clear, description and guidance super understandable and helpful. Thanks so much
Just wondering if their is an adjustment screw to adjust the horizontal axis of the lights or if they are in a fixed position and only needs vertical adjustment? Great easy to understand video thanks
This what i was looking for!!!The best video i have ever seen..it shows every detail needed to do the job. thank you so much, i guess i am confident now to work on my nissan Do you a video converting the bulb to LED?
Installed this morning. After watching video. It was easier then I thought. It took me an 1 hr to install both. Now waiting for it to get dark. Thanks for the video.
Went through 3 sets of LEDs (amazon ones I ain’t made of money lol) kept thinking maybe it’s due to them being cheap yet on my outback they were bright asf. Well now I know why my Nissans lights are non existent 🤦🏾♂️ thanks brother
Good video. I was able to get mine replaced by Nissan on my 2015 but it was months waiting for the headlights. I eventually reported Nissan to the BBB and presto, they started responding quicker to my complaints of waiting. Definitely an improvement for night vision. My worry is did they really improve the issue or just give me new headlights to make me go away. Time will tell but at least your video will help with replacement again as I doubt Nissan will keep replacing these. Cheers!
So I've seen there is an LED headlight kit for the Altima. Would it be worth getting and installing? Also, how long did it take from start to finish with only 1 person working on it? I need to replace my headlights, and im doing my research.
jasonsteele7584 i bought replacement headlight assemblies and led bulbs on eBay for around $210.00 for everything and just replaced them a couple of days ago. Wow what a difference it makes
I changed my headlights and they were better for a couple months. They are dim again. The new reflectors are not any better than the factory ones. How do we fix these so they don't melt the chrome finish in such a short time?
$11 would be awesome! lol, Nice video. The thumbnail showed the projector and reflector unit so I hoped the video was about disassembling the headlamp and replacing the projector with xenon or LED or something. But great video non the less.
I’ve got a 2014 3.5 SL and don’t seem to have these dim light issues? And as others mentioned the fog lights greatly help the FOV but I do agree that the the lights even on my Altima are relatively “weak” to the LED Laser cannons everyone’s got installed now.
Hey man! Appreciate your video and I hope I’m able to get you to reply, do you happen to know the part number of the piece that holds the front bumper to the panel? Ur installing it back in around 12:07
I had the same problem with my mother's altima. She complained she couldn't see well and I drove it to see how bad it was and I couldn't see the lights on the road at all. Even on a dark road with no street lights . So I ordered some led bulbs and it appears to be way brighter .
davidfgarciagiffard3313 how did it go? I replaced the headlight assemblies on my 2015 and put it 20k lumens led lights and wow! I never realized how bad my lights were before the switch.
Is this just a Nissan problem in general? I have a 2014 Maxima SV with factory HID lights and the brightness is terrible. I’m actually looking to convert from the original HID to a halogen housing and install LED H11’s instead.
I got my class action brand new crystal clear headlight assemblies installed by the dealer a month ago. TH-cam keeps suggesting these videos on my page. Forgive me if I already posted this on this video. But I just want everyone who has an Altima to know that it is true and I got mine and wow! Just like when I got the car brand new! *ALSO* the lawsuit covers you if you already replaced them take your receipt and you will receive reimbursement from Nissan. And also fue those who have sold their vehicle, take your receipt! You too will be reimbursed because you spent the money to replace them. You have to show them your receipt.
Did they do a test on yours? My dealership ran a test and and said I didn't qualify for replacement even though I did what I had to for the class action
@@travelwithgoose that isn't familiar to me. I had not heard of a test. Butin further research, I found out that Nissan is still not admitting to any wrongdoing. The replacements are being done because the judge ordered Nissan to do it, rebellious Nissan didn't issue a recall. I would guess that they are trying to minimize their cost of replacing the headlight assemblies. Try telling them that it is very dangerous to drive your Nissan at night and you have come into some life threatening situations because you couud not see the road ahead of you. Then subtly drop a hint that it would be cheaper to replace your headlights than to face a wrongful death lawsuit from your family if something happened to you as result of the defective dim headlights. That's not legal advice, it's the sort of manipulative drama I would create in a situation like this. It just might work if you make them feel liable. Good luck and I really hope you get them! OK?
Thanks so much for posting your outcome. Just a few questions. What year is your vehicle? Did you buy the vehicle at the same dealership as I know that helps sometimes getting it serviced faster ?. I've been finding that only that the 2013 and 2014 vehicles seem to be prioritized by most of the dealerships in getting serviced first. I love your advice you gave BumpGoose on prodding the dealership to get the vehicle serviced. I agree the better prepared you are when you arrive at the dealership for service goes a long way in getting a more positive outcome.
Light problems are not only for Altimas. I had one and now I have a Rogue (for 10 years) with the same problem of foggy headlights (for at least four years). I am also planning to change the assembly of both headlights, because the current ones do a pitiful job.
Yo that classs action is still valid up to 3 yrs after Jan 22 according to the docs. I’m going tomorrow to dealer to schedule to get mine done. Been going to dealer to get all work done to car since purchase in 2013 and no one said anything about replacement lawsuit.
May I ask you I installed last yr leds on the entire car bumper to bumper. So the left rear brake led doesn't work I replaced it still don't work I was thinking of replacing the the wire harness that's attachable . I replaced the fuse that didn't work either. may i ask What do you think it could be. Yes I have a 2015 altima sv .
To change the right side lamp on a 2015 Altima turn the wheel all the way to the left and peel the liner back. The is no need to remove bolts just to change the headlights.
It’s crazy that you have to do all that just to change the lights. I remember my old Mazda Miata I think was an 07. You just screw the front off to get to the bulbs. Was very easy to change. My old Honda Civic you had to crank the wheel all the way right or left and go in through the wheel wall. Im having same issue with my Altima now. Too dim headlights and my left one is completely burnt out.
When u turned your high beams on where they good though bc I don’t know exactly if this is the problem my normal headlights r super dim but when I throw the brights on there super bright but if it was same way for u imma change then immediately please let me know if u see this?
This video is great, just finished the job using this video! The dealership wanted $1800. Save me a bunch of cash and made my daughter’s car safer! A million thanks!!!!
You're welcome. Glad it helped you!
2015 Nissan Altima Owner Here!! I thought I was alone. Thanks for this video.
I am not a handy guy but after watching this video a couple of times I got up the guts to try it. Took an entire Sunday but the job is done and this video made it possible. Thank you! thank you!
You're welcome. Glad you got it done! 👍
It's insane the way you have to change the headlight assembly. That should be a lawsuit in itself!
Nice job and great upgrade.
Yeah it's not ideal, unfortunately lots of cars are like this nowadays
Right! And we all know once removed never fits as tight as once! I just need bulb removed!
Hey awesome video. Was wondering if you have a tutorial with a radiator removal and replacement. I'm guessing you would need the bumper off the same way that's in this video
Easily one of THE best part repair I’ve watched over the years. You hit so many details and I really appreciate the “extra” bits of information you added. Where hidden bolts/screws were, what the inside of failed headlight looks like. Thanks for the headlight glamour shots too. That was funny. Lol. Awesome job.
Thank you, I appreciate it.
This has been so helpful. I haven’t heard anything ANYTHING from Nissan. They have been a headache to work with. So much so I’ve been turned off by the dealership and likely won’t be purchasing a Nissan after my experience
Dude... FANTASTIC video. I replaced bulbs twice over the years as it began to dim thinking it was the bulbs. Even purchased a lens cleaning kit, but never used it because the lamp itself wasn't that distorted. Now I see why. I'm replacing the headlight assembly on my 2015 Altima and my 6 speed 2004 Acura TL. This video saved me some time and I haven't even stated the swap yet. THANK YOU very much.
Glad the video helped you 👍
Guy...you know your stuff!!!! Me and my son just followed your video to the letter and no issues. I have never removed and put back together this much of a front end on a car. You covered every detail we needed to complete the job. You just made driving at night safer for my family and cant thank you enough!!!!
As far as Nissan they should be ashamed of themselves for not getting every one of their cars into a dealer and fixed at Nissan's expense. When we called Nissan dealership they wanted the car brought in for a diagnostic test of the electric system costing $100s and then they would repair at our expense. They have lost us as customer forever as they have proved they have no regard for customer safety.
Cant thank you enough as you saved us a lot of money and I am pretty sure you may have saved a few lives!!! Thanks again and for sure will subscribe.
Thank you for the confirmation. My headlamps are Useless. The dealer denied replacing my headlamps when I brought my car in within the Class Action timeframe based on Nissan's standards. A blantant disregard for Safety. I've changed Numerous bulbs including HIDs. Never buying Nissan again.
Your video is a Savior.
Thanks!!! Came across your video because the wife was complaining that her 2016 Altima headlights seemed very dim. Thought it was bulbs and was researching how to replace them. Very informative video, from the mechanical side to the lawsuit. We never got any kind of notice in the mail for her car and I am guessing it has the same issue. Again, great job on the video and the information provided!!!
You're welcome ,thanks for watching
Out of like 6 videos this is definitely the most helpful I got my headlights replaced in like 45 minutes to an hour and this is coming from a guy with not that much mechanical experience
Glad the video helped you
I've been wanting to replace my headlights, entirely, just because with the current lights, any oncoming light source drowns out mine and makes it nearly impossibly to see the lines on the road, let alone anything that might suddenly cross the road. I'm sure some of that is my astigmatism, but most of it will be brighter lights (Other vehicles, even street lights) drowning out my dimmer lights.
This video is incredibly informational for anyone wanting to change out their headlamps without having to take it to a shop, and spend a ton of money to have someone else do it.
I had the same issue with my 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe. I ended up purchasing new headlights as you did and retrofitted LED H11 Bulbs. The difference after bulb replacement is night and day. I also heavily recommend going through the trouble of adding fog lights. Fog lights on Altimas create an amazing field of view. Thank you for creating content!
I'll keep that in mind. Now that the headlights works I'm sure a set of LED will make a big difference over standard halogen bulbs
In my 2016 Altima SR which doesn't have the LED daylights. I agree.
Hi Mr.
I am having this issue. Could you pls guide me what to do.
As a result i am driving with high beam
Wanted to stop in and say thank you SO much for this. This video was so informative. Got everything I needed, followed along no problem, and it made a world of difference. Made me feel great about myself. Impressed my wife and parents too! So thank you very much. You’re a legend.
Glad the video helped you
Thanks for the tutorial. The dealership and a local shop quoted me an arm and a leg to change the headlights. Did it myself in less than 2 hours and saved a bunch of future headaches. Thanks a bunch again!
Thanks for this video. I just purchased a 2015 Altima and can verify it's a major problem and until I can get those headlight assemblies replaced, I have to drive with high beams on all the time. At first I replaced the halogens with xenon. Then I bought a polishing kit and polished the outside but neither of these two solutions worked and I noticed a slight bit of oxidation on the inside of the clear housing but didn't think that should be the main cause and only now am looking to replace the entire housing and found your video.
As described in this video, the car is extremely dangerous to drive at night until fixed. I'm surprised a recall hasn't been issued for this fix. Two nights ago I hit some object in the road I couldn't see due to poor lighting and burst the passenger side front tire and had that replace with a temporary tire. Luckily(?) I was traveling only 30 mph so although the collision was enough to burst the tire it didn't cause more damage or so I hope at this time.
Thank you for the link to the lawsuit, I will study what my options are before doing anything more myself. It looks like after October 2022 (My comment here is Nov 2022) it may be too late (after Sept 2022) to be covered in this lawsuit. Does this mean another class action lawsuit needs to be filed? I wonder why the class action lawsuit terms were so tight, to only cover extending the new warranty an additional 3 years to 2021 and then another year for "out of warranty" replacement? This headlight problem will be a never ending problem for Nissan as no defective headlight assembly should fail within 10 years, maybe even 20 years... I wonder what the industry median lifetime is for this part. Looks like I may contact the attorneys for this lawsuit, get whatever info I can and decide what to do then. Maybe contact Nissan to see if they will volunteer to do an out of warranty repair.
IMO this is an extremely dangerous safety issue and should be subject to a recall for replacement. I wonder why the DOT hasn't gotten involved in this issue, maybe the lawsuit itself can provide details on that.
I'd definitely try contacting the dealer first and see if they'll replace them for free.
There is a recall but I have been waiting since March and the dealership claims there are no parts...
@@majesticgent Man i haven't got anything from Nissan about that.
There is a recall on the headlamps but Nissan is not honoring it. Been dealing with this for over a year.
Same thing happened to my Nissan 2013. I contacted the dealership. Past the settlement date. I contacted the settlement website. No use. Let use know if you find anything worth pursuing. When I ask the dealership about a recall, he said, I am directed to send you to the settlement website, which offers nothing. I'm sure there are plenty of Nissan owner's that are just now experiencing the same issue. Mine started about 2 weeks ago, I can barely see at night. I agree with you, it is a major safety issue and should be a recall.
My 2014 Altima had this issue a little over a year ago.
I was VERY thankful that Nissan replaced both of my headlight assemblies due to the recall lawsuit. They said it was about a $1500.00 job, and I'm glad I did not have to pay anything for this service.
I actually had to wait 3 to 4 months to have it done, because of the tremendous amount of people that were on the list for this service to be done.
Did you pay for the labor upfront at the dealership and then get reimbursed? I received the lawsuit documents in the mail that said the lawsuit will only reimburse the parts and not the labor. I would have to turn in the receipts to the attorney firm for reimbursement. Did you call Nissan directly?
I have a 2014 Altima and searching online to buy new headlight kits for both sides. Any suggestions anyone could give me would be greatly appreciated. 😊
@@lizbethlivebyfaith the dealership did not charge me anything. But I don't know if the lawsuit/recall is still active. It's been sometime back when I got it done. But I did not pay upfront, as the cost was going to be nearly $1500 from what the dealership told me. I was very grateful to get it done for nothing
@faithgiant_Ps91 Thank you so much for responding. I went ahead and sent an email to the firm that is handling the class action lawsuit to see if it's not too late for reimbursement.
@@lizbethlivebyfaith dealerships just being scummy
Do you know what they did to fix the issue? I have an appt with Nissan tomorrow
Great video! Everything was explained clearly. The hardest parts were putting the new headlights in and cleaning out the dead bird between the bumper and the flashing underneath.
That sounds nasty lol . Glad the video helped you
i can confirm, i have a 2013 coupe and it has the absolute worst headlights ever. i also could not tell whether the lights are on or off. you are so right, the second video camera actually does a pretty accurate depiction of what its like
I know what it's like, you need new headlights 👍
Just finished mine! Thanks to you for the video. I followed step by step and it was a breeze. Thanks again.
Nice! Glad the video helped you
Thank you! This makes sense why the lights are so dim. Perfect instructions how to DIY.
Thanks for this video. I thought it was just me getting old and being scared of driving at night. I even hit some junk in the road one night and had to put on a new bumper / turn signal. Wish I would have put in new light assemblies when I already had the bumper out lol! Just ordered my new light assemblies and am super pumped!
You are amazing, thank you for posting this! I have this exact issue on my Nissan Altima and so far I'm being told it's going to cost me about $500 to replace the headlights, which is nuts. While I am not going to attempt to do the work myself, it is super helpful to have a clear understanding of what is involved so I am less likely to be ripped off. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. SUBSCRIBED!
You're welcome!
Thank you for this! I have never really worked on vehicles outside of changing oil and windshield wipers.. just replaced both of mine in an hour and a half and that was with watching the video in between steps and taking phone calls. Such a helpful video.. really appreciate it
Glad you got it done👍 glad the video helped you .
That's a pretty clean looking Altima. At least people aren't driving around with those super bright blueish purpley headlights anymore. Glad you can now see at night
We are the original owners of this altima and it's never been in a major accident or anything like that so the car is in decent shape for being a 2013
The fake BMW lights that don't work. Yes I totally agree.
At least in California, there are limitations now on the "bluish" tint, IIRC it's 6000 kelvins where to the eye the light is white and any blue is imperceptible. Higher kelvin numbers would graduate towards purple and are illegal. Lower numbers graduate towards orangish and appearance of natural sunlight.
Thank you for the detailed video! I did step by step. It took me about 3 hours. But I am still not satisfied with light of my headlights. It's not LED, but it's clear enough, but shine seems like steps on the way toward right and not far enough. And yes headlights need to adjust, and you clearly explained that!
Thank you for your video. It took me one hour and 45 min. That was with two interruptions and having to find the tools in my garage.
You're welcome, nice job!
Appreciate your thorough video as it was very detailed and helpful which allowed me to make this switch out with minimal issues. Biggest issue I had was rusted bolts and torn out clips from the seized bolts and clips. Huge improvement and now I am comfortable driving at night. Great job and thanks for putting this out...
Glad the video helped you 👍
by the far the best and easiest to follow for me to perform the replacement. Thanks for your time
You're welcome
I had the headlamp assemblies replaced on my 2013 Altima. Initially the new ones were aimed too far downward like in your video, but at least they were bright. I had the aim adjusted at the Nissan dealership (no place else would/could do it and I'm currently unable myself). Now they're aimed properly but BACK TO BEING DIM just as it was with the old factory headlamp assemblies. I'm at my wit's end.
This is absolutely one of the best videos I have come across. So informative and I honestly did not plan to watch the whole thing, but it was just really good and I was learning so much. Currently working on my car, replacing the headlights, 2012, but this gives me a pretty good idea of what to expect. Again, great video, left me thinking about what to look out for.. etc.
Thank you, I appreciate the comment.
Now we just need a lawsuit for those BLINDING LED headlights that every car seems to use now.
Yeah they always manage to hit me right in the eye with those lights!
Most of them are misaligned. A good reason in my state for the cops to stop you.
I just turn my high beams on till I pass them. Mostly jeeps and broncos.
You mean the ones I just installed cuz I couldn't see hardly at night? Lol
I usually out my high beams on those guys
I’ve changed the headlight bulbs a few times in my 2015 Altima but man I hope I never have to change the whole assembly. That was a lot! Great vid!
It definitely is a lot
Hi buddy! Thanks a lot for your videos, I been learning a lot lately. Thanks to you I got replaced the Suspension arm controls from the back side and now, they're have to replace the headlights lamps too . I really appreciate
You're welcome, thanks for the comment
Ugh... another thing to add to the list for my wife's Altima. Thanks for this!
It's always something right? Lol
A+ instuctional video. it showed me exactly how to do the job and understand what happened to the lense bezels. A+ again.
Those original headlamps were worse than having candles on your bonnet. Great improvement 👍
Lmao, that's funny because it's true 🤣
excellent video. I just got done changing out my lights. The only thing I would mention is that there is a thick piece of plastic that is under the top 3 mounting bolts on each side. And that piece has 2 nubs that stick into the other piece of the fender to make the crease pull together. Thanks again!
I have 2005 and to replace my headlights to i bought 2 new projector headlight instead of oem and they are much better great video
Thank you for your input and for watching
I had to replace the bulb the easy way, from the tires. But now i feel like im ready to replace the head light. Thank you.
Good luck
Great video, thanks for sharing. I just swapped out the headlights on my daughter’s car bc of the same issue. Waiting for the sun to go down, hoping these new lamps make a difference🤞
Thank you!! I was able to use this video to replace the headlights on my dads 2014 Altima with ease. Great video!!
You're welcome. Glad it helped you 👍
I finally got my headlights replaced. Helped a ton, but also turned out I needed glasses lol 😂
How has the headlight assemblies held up? Any condensation?
I had this problem in my 2017 Altima. Nissan dealership replaced my headlights for free, and I immidiatly installed LED bulbs made by Phillips to keep the heat low. This will prevent damaging my new headlight housings.
That's a good idea
Hey how did you get that approved? Do you just show up with your car?
@@8Jallin thats correct…just went to the dealership service counter…explained the issue and they were aware of it….replaced them, no questions asked. Maybe I got lucky…I don’t know.
@@retass1979 glad you got yours fixed. Nissan said that it’s too late for me. For me this warranty expired last year …
@@8Jallin I was out of my cars warranty...i had 190K on my odometer when this happened...I'm at 250K now...if your car is a 2016 or later, i would think it is covered. might want to try a different dealership.
Although grille replacement is easier for other Altima years, the plastic bumper cover must be loosened up for 2015. Minutes 2 through 6 are an excellent guide. You don't have to remove the bumper cover completely nor disconnect lights. It just has to be loose enough to reach in with a stubby philips head to loosen the screws in the 4 corners of the grille. If the old grille is trash, you can snap off the tabs with your fingers or a pair of pliers. Make sure you reposition any of the clips that come loose when you remove the philips screws in minute 5.
Very good demonstration of how to perform this job. Thanks for taking the time to make this video.
Absolutely BEST instructional video! Exactly my problem and your video work is clear, description and guidance super understandable and helpful. Thanks so much
Just wondering if their is an adjustment screw to adjust the horizontal axis of the lights or if they are in a fixed position and only needs vertical adjustment? Great easy to understand video thanks
I'm not really sure if there's horizontal...it didn't cross my mind
great video and very informative. can’t wait to install my new black headlights!
This what i was looking for!!!The best video i have ever seen..it shows every detail needed to do the job. thank you so much, i guess i am confident now to work on my nissan
Do you a video converting the bulb to LED?
Great video, my headlights have gotten worse over the years. I finally ordered the headlights. Will be installing this weekend.
Good luck with the repair 👍
Installed this morning. After watching video. It was easier then I thought. It took me an 1 hr to install both. Now waiting for it to get dark. Thanks for the video.
Bought them from where? Link?
@@jerrycosme4273 how are they holding up?
So far they still work. Someone told me the new ones will also fade but we'll see. It hasn't happened yet
I’m having trouble finding the Amazon link for these headlights, absolutely a great well done video. Thank you, HN
Went through 3 sets of LEDs (amazon ones I ain’t made of money lol) kept thinking maybe it’s due to them being cheap yet on my outback they were bright asf. Well now I know why my Nissans lights are non existent 🤦🏾♂️ thanks brother
Great. Best video I've seen so far. Very clear and helpful. Thanks!
My mom has a 2008 Altima coupe and watching this video makes me think what all Altima owners think "Should of bought a Toyota."
I'd take a Toyota over a nissan lol
It depends on which Toyota your talking about.
Dude. Thank you!! You made this job easy.. very good video brotha
Thanks man for taking the time to do this video. I think I can do this on my own.
Good luck
Good video. I was able to get mine replaced by Nissan on my 2015 but it was months waiting for the headlights. I eventually reported Nissan to the BBB and presto, they started responding quicker to my complaints of waiting. Definitely an improvement for night vision. My worry is did they really improve the issue or just give me new headlights to make me go away. Time will tell but at least your video will help with replacement again as I doubt Nissan will keep replacing these. Cheers!
Good video. I like your oil can. Will be doing this on my daughters car this week.
So I've seen there is an LED headlight kit for the Altima. Would it be worth getting and installing? Also, how long did it take from start to finish with only 1 person working on it? I need to replace my headlights, and im doing my research.
jasonsteele7584 i bought replacement headlight assemblies and led bulbs on eBay for around $210.00 for everything and just replaced them a couple of days ago. Wow what a difference it makes
I changed my headlights and they were better for a couple months. They are dim again. The new reflectors are not any better than the factory ones. How do we fix these so they don't melt the chrome finish in such a short time?
thanks! just changed my headlights!!
You're welcome
$11 would be awesome! lol, Nice video. The thumbnail showed the projector and reflector unit so I hoped the video was about disassembling the headlamp and replacing the projector with xenon or LED or something. But great video non the less.
Thank you for such a detailed video
You're welcome, thanks for watching
I’ve got a 2014 3.5 SL and don’t seem to have these dim light issues? And as others mentioned the fog lights greatly help the FOV but I do agree that the the lights even on my Altima are relatively “weak” to the LED Laser cannons everyone’s got installed now.
Hey man! Appreciate your video and I hope I’m able to get you to reply, do you happen to know the part number of the piece that holds the front bumper to the panel? Ur installing it back in around 12:07
12:04 is where u show it
I had the same problem with my mother's altima. She complained she couldn't see well and I drove it to see how bad it was and I couldn't see the lights on the road at all. Even on a dark road with no street lights . So I ordered some led bulbs and it appears to be way brighter .
Very helpful video and informative. Now time to get dirty
Just bought this ultra bright LED upgrade kit (22000lumens) I'm having those installed tomorrow. Wish me luck.
davidfgarciagiffard3313 how did it go? I replaced the headlight assemblies on my 2015 and put it 20k lumens led lights and wow! I never realized how bad my lights were before the switch.
@@dwaynemorris3079 , they have been working good so far. Even during snowstorms.
You do good work and I enjoy your content.
Thank you
Great video.I value the brightness of headlights, cuz it is related to driving safety🤭
Definitely!
Did you put the new HID headlights on here, I have a 2015 Nissan Altima S and I got the regular halogen lights but they don’t fit
i just replaced my whole 2014 altima headlight housing and bulbs and so much safer
Great to hear!
Is this just a Nissan problem in general? I have a 2014 Maxima SV with factory HID lights and the brightness is terrible. I’m actually looking to convert from the original HID to a halogen housing and install LED H11’s instead.
I got my class action brand new crystal clear headlight assemblies installed by the dealer a month ago. TH-cam keeps suggesting these videos on my page. Forgive me if I already posted this on this video. But I just want everyone who has an Altima to know that it is true and I got mine and wow! Just like when I got the car brand new!
*ALSO* the lawsuit covers you if you already replaced them take your receipt and you will receive reimbursement from Nissan. And also fue those who have sold their vehicle, take your receipt! You too will be reimbursed because you spent the money to replace them. You have to show them your receipt.
Did they do a test on yours? My dealership ran a test and and said I didn't qualify for replacement even though I did what I had to for the class action
@@travelwithgoose that isn't familiar to me. I had not heard of a test. Butin further research, I found out that Nissan is still not admitting to any wrongdoing. The replacements are being done because the judge ordered Nissan to do it, rebellious Nissan didn't issue a recall. I would guess that they are trying to minimize their cost of replacing the headlight assemblies.
Try telling them that it is very dangerous to drive your Nissan at night and you have come into some life threatening situations because you couud not see the road ahead of you. Then subtly drop a hint that it would be cheaper to replace your headlights than to face a wrongful death lawsuit from your family if something happened to you as result of the defective dim headlights. That's not legal advice, it's the sort of manipulative drama I would create in a situation like this. It just might work if you make them feel liable. Good luck and I really hope you get them! OK?
Thanks so much for posting your outcome. Just a few questions. What year is your vehicle? Did you buy the vehicle at the same dealership as I know that helps sometimes getting it serviced faster ?. I've been finding that only that the 2013 and 2014 vehicles seem to be prioritized by most of the dealerships in getting serviced first. I love your advice you gave BumpGoose on prodding the dealership to get the vehicle serviced. I agree the better prepared you are when you arrive at the dealership for service goes a long way in getting a more positive outcome.
Question. Nissan refuses to replace mine. They say that class action window closed last year. How did you get yours replaced this year?
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Awesome, thanks for the detailed info.
You're welcome
Did u happen to get these when they were out of the warranty date? Mine is. Trying to see if I can file a late replacement for these
If allowed, Use Led Bulbs, they are better than halogen
Light problems are not only for Altimas. I had one and now I have a Rogue (for 10 years) with the same problem of foggy headlights (for at least four years). I am also planning to change the assembly of both headlights, because the current ones do a pitiful job.
Another banger, thanks man
I appreciate the watch 👍
Super helpful and informative video. Thanks for sharing!!!
You're welcome
So is it just the factory headlight that fails or any of them. How long will last if you go through the cost and pain of replacing?
The factory headlamp assembly had a flaw in the reflective metal inside that gets burned up and doesn't reflect light as well over time.
Yo that classs action is still valid up to 3 yrs after Jan 22 according to the docs. I’m going tomorrow to dealer to schedule to get mine done. Been going to dealer to get all work done to car since purchase in 2013 and no one said anything about replacement lawsuit.
May I ask you I installed last yr leds on the entire car bumper to bumper. So the left rear brake led doesn't work I replaced it still don't work I was thinking of replacing the the wire harness that's attachable . I replaced the fuse that didn't work either. may i ask What do you think it could be. Yes I have a 2015 altima sv .
Does this pertain to the 2017 Maxima too
To change the right side lamp on a 2015 Altima turn the wheel all the way to the left and peel the liner back. The is no need to remove bolts just to change the headlights.
Thank you for the video!
What brand is that bit adapter that you used with your ratchet?
Blue point SDM40
Am having the same problem I buy town new head light an i but too led bulbs an it still not show for out
I have the same problem
How are the headlights holding up? need to buy some and some of the reviews don't seem enticing.
It’s crazy that you have to do all that just to change the lights. I remember my old Mazda Miata I think was an 07. You just screw the front off to get to the bulbs. Was very easy to change. My old Honda Civic you had to crank the wheel all the way right or left and go in through the wheel wall. Im having same issue with my Altima now. Too dim headlights and my left one is completely burnt out.
Videos online show how that can still be done. I've never tried it.
You can replace the bulbs super easily but this is the whole assembly
When u turned your high beams on where they good though bc I don’t know exactly if this is the problem my normal headlights r super dim but when I throw the brights on there super bright but if it was same way for u imma change then immediately please let me know if u see this?
What is the total time it takes to complete this process?
I wish this video was made when I tackled this project last year. The videos that I watched skipped a lot of stuff.
Great improvement Johnathan. I have never seen that before , just a foggy outside plastic lens . Nice one 👍
Now that the headlights work a good set of LED or HID bulbs would make a big difference 👍
I need some glasses with lens like that good camara has!
Where is this link?is there a recall on this?
Yes I have a 2014 and my headlights suck. I just got new ones
Since installing the new ones how are they holding up? Going to replace mine very soon going to buy the same ones you linked in the description
Haven't had issues with them, so far they're working good
@@themechanic6117 awesome with your video I’m more then confident to do this myself
Good luck 👍