Easiest HHR headlight replacement method (no jack, no wheel removal)
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- Simple DIY Chevy HHR headlight replacement. This can be done without removing the wheel and even without jacking up the car. I will show you how I replaced the bulb on my 2009 HHR.
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Guess who just changed HER OWN headlight on her 2006 Chevy HHR??? ME!!!! Thanks for this tutorial!
frankelijah1 I know you probably won't see this but I just have to tell you you've given me a burst of confidence. I'm going to attempt to change my bulbs on my 2006 HHR tomorrow. Wish me luck!
frankelijah1 I did it today tooooo! Stupid question though , could you turn on your lights when it was light on? Because either I fucked both up by changing 1 or the light just doesn't come on during the day even if I try
frankelijah1 I had the same problem. I had to wait until night to tell that the fix worked.
Heaven Ward there is a stick on the left side of the steering wheel, if you twist this it controls the lights
Que bueno esoooooo
I will be changing the headlight on my 2009 HHR all by myself. I'm 72 years old and continue to learn new things. Thank you so much!
I just replaced the one on my 2009. You don't even have to worry about the bolts or clips on the bottom. just the one bolt and 2 plastic push pin thingys and then you can reach in and get to it. not that hard. Thanks for the video.
I had to do two bolts and two clips but you are right, not that hard. Also, thanks for the vid
Ugh, this is the best. Thank you! It might scare my dad seeing his kid work on her car like this, but he will take forever and I'm too poor to see and have someone else do it. You're absolutely the best! Thank you!
where is the fuse for a2007 HHR head light on the driver's side low beam
"Just press this tab right here..." *INSERT GIANT HEAD* "and the bulb comes right out!"
Yes - do not undo the side clips on the wire mount. It's less complicated than it looks and I always want to make it more complicated -- especially the darker and colder it is outside. Haha.
do you think he looked at the video before posting and thought... hmm better redo that... guys a moron 101
What a fucking idiot
Yeah the giant head didn’t help a damn thing
Feel free to make your own video Keyboard Warriors
Thx so much. A Mom on a budget just changed her own headlight. 💪
I've watched multiple of these videos, and no one mentions a SUPER important part. The bulb is keyed, it has 3 notches that have to fit in and turn, but one of the notches is larger than the other 2, so the bulb will only insert all the way in one of the three possible positions. If it's not working/going in/turning, pull it out and rotate 1/3 again. I've been going insane for the last hour trying to figure out why it won't go back in (I'd even pulled it out and turned it completely multiple times, must have just randomly missed the one).
Thank you for pointing that out, I just figured that out for myself.
Firestone wanted to charge me $140!For parts and labor.! Uh, NO THANKS. $17 piece and half hour of my time and this video, thanks to you I saved a lot!
Dude thank yoy so much! Every shop I went to Said they gotta take the bumper off and charge me over $150 and I already got the bulb myself
I got the same kind of response from both shops I went to. They even suggested I take it to the dealership...*clutches chest*
They charge by a book. They dont actually remove the bumper but will charge for it...
I paid 120 they said the bumper had to come off. this time I did it my self cost 12 bucks
Outstanding video! I saved myself about $146. The bulb and the tools came to about $50 tops. Thanks so much!
That's an awesome video and just what I was looking for. I had a guy do this for me the first time, but I didn't pay attention to the process, so now it's my turn. This beats the hell outta the vids showing people taking off the fender and whatnot. What a pain that would be...
Great tutorial, thank you!
Only thing I would add is to make sure the rubber seal came off with the old light bulb. Mine had stuck onto the lamp and I was mistakenly trying to put the new one on with two rubber seals. Took me about ten minutes of trying to muscle it on to realize this... Other than that, extremely easy to do.
After being a dood it your selfer, I am glad I saw your comment!
Tom Schriner Thanks for the heads up, never had one do that.
Tom Schriner
Thanks Man for the tip! I was wondering why I could not get the new bulb to lock in place. That should be in this video.
good point I found that out the hard way! but won't forget it!
That same thing happened on my brother's hhr. We could not get that thing back in and that ended up being the problem. Wretched rubber seal. We should've read the comments instead of watching over and over.
Thank you so much for this video!! I had bought the replacement headlight bulbs and went to change them only to realize the conventional method didn't apply. When I took it to the local shop to see about having them changed, I was quoted nearly $100 service fee!!! Now, I can do this myself instead
This was massively helpful. The hhr is a hard car to work on. You made it as simple as possible. Thank you. All hail the hhr God lol
Thanks to this video I was just able to change the left headlight on my sister's 2011 HHR. The mechanics at Walmart refused to touch it.
I only had to remove the top screw and the three outermost plastic retainers. That's the three in a row vertically below the topmost screw (two facing the tire and one underneath the bumper area). This gave me enough wiggle room to do the job as the plastic piece that is secured in place by the retainers and screws is flexible.
Gewgulkan Suhckitt I'd refuse to let the mechanics at Walmart touch it.
I just changed my own own headlight for the first time on this car. Thanks to this video. I appreciate you!
If this had been posted a couple years ago, I would have saved a bunch of time! I'd never dealt with those plastic retainers before (I'm old), and I didn't know what the hell they were. I was afraid I was going to strip them or FUBAR them. The other headlight went out yesterday, and this was a great refresher, especially the 7mm socket part. I don't know if 2009s are different, but I only had to remove one screw and two plastic retainers - then again, I've got small hands.
Awesome video thanks. Big O Tires was trying to charge me $50 buck to replace my headlight today and I done it myself thanks to your video. It only cost $18.00 bucks to get the replacement parts at Wal-Mart.
Thank You so much for this! My headlight just went out and was thinking we had to take the tire off again to do it! This makes it so much easier!!! 🙌🏽
Exactly what I was looking for, thank you. It was easy, I did it in the dark with just a flashlight for illumination.
NOTICE TO ANYONE WHO CAN'T SEEM TO GET THE ASSEMBLY TO SIT BACK IN THE HOUSING: the rubber gasket from the old bulb is probably in the way. They detach and sometimes stay behind, making it seem impossible to get the bulb back in place. Toss it because the new bulb usually has one attached and try again. You'll probably get it in no time then.
Ken Lane is correct, I struggled to get new bulb back in, realized the old o ring was still there! Jeez!
I had to replace my headlight on New Year's Eve of this year. It took about 30 minutes longer than it should have because I forgot about that ring. The scrapes on the back of my hand are still in scab form from banging my arm around in there. Haha.
I had problems with the O ring to and the whole process was much, much, easier once I took the wheel off. The wheel was in the way badly so save yourself trouble and take the wheel off first.
I didn't have issues with the wheel being in the way as long as you turn far right or far left accordingly. Some of the screws were inaccessible with the wheel turned one way and other inaccessible with the wheel turned another. I wouldn't consider this job a snap if I had to take the wheel off. Then again, I kind of have long arms and long fingers. I could see where someone with shorter arms or fingers may have trouble.
Great tutorial, to the point. I watched the other links and I find yours easier to listen to and follow.
Thanks for the short cut. I just changed the both bulbs 14 months ago, using a better quality bulb, and one is burnt out already, this time seeing your vid will be much easier.
I didn't know that about touching the glass. Thanks for the tip. Good editing as well. Thanks for the help
Did it -- with a pair of scissors and pliers (that's all I had). Thank you!
A guy in the comments mentioned a redundant rubber ring that might get left behind when pulling out the old bulb -- causing the new one to not fit/seat properly. he was absolutely right -- I spent a looong time trying to place that new bulb into the slot until I found that old ring (bright orange) and removed it, then the bulb snapped into place immediately.
Great tutorial and great community in the comments.
Luv that video. I was able to change both headlights on my Chevy 2008 HHR & it saved me $150.my mechanic wanted to take my front end apart and charge me$150. Watched your video and changed both headlights in a couple of hours.keep those videos coming.
A simple, easy-to-understand and helpful how-to video. Thanks!
Look how far you’ve come, I bet you drive a bmw now
Clear, consise video. You state and show every step without small talk or self-promotion. Subscribed. Thank You.
Thank you!! Just bought a 2006 HHR and your video will come in use at some point down the road!!
THANK YOU!!!! Every other sight made this seem like it was a huge process.. For a girl like myself, getting to the point and cutting out all the unnecessary bullshit was extremely helpful. That's how we like to get it done!!!
This video just helped my wife and I change her headlight. Very helpful!
Two tools, twenty minutes, and done. Awesome and thank you.
Simple, quick video for an inconvenient design; I have joint issues. The video helped a bunch, thank you!
Thanks a bunch....worked like a charm and I did not even have to remove the 3rd bolt on the bottom!!
Great tutorial my man. Quick easy and not a lot of tools required. 5 star!!! The Best
great video. amazes me that Chevy thought it was a good idea to put a firewall in front of the headlight assembly lol.
I have done it many times, but forgot where the screws all were, so thank you.
Perfect... Straight to the point... I can't wait to do all my headlight bulbs. I am thinking to do them all at once, so that they are all the same illumination!! P E A C E
Great video! Thanks to you I just changed my first headlight.
I love these HHR's but I really don't know what Chevy was thinking here.. However this does make it easier thanks!
Thank you sooo much, I just changed my first headlamp on my '07 HHR. It took about 20 min. (As I am slow) Next time it will be faster. The old lamp gasket did stay inside, so I just reached in and pulled it off. Thanks to those making suggestions to check this.
Thank you for this video. I'm raising two special needs kids and saving money is always a plus. It was so easy, I was able to do this on my own for my 2006 HHR and I'm very mechanically UNgifted:) Thanks for saving me money and thanks for helping me feel empowered and capable!
thank you so much I've never done anything by myself your video made it so easy it took me about 10 minutes it worked great thank you so much
Thanks for the video! I've used it several times already!
Great work saved me a bundle of $$$ appreciate you putting this out there!!
Woohoo! Bulb replaced! So easy thanks for the video!
Excellent! Great tuturial!
thanks for this I have a white 08 ..love my car!!! bout to change my light now
awesome thank you so much; probably already been mentioned in earlier post but when removing the old bulb; make sure the rubber gasket is changed too; when doing mine, I saw that the new old had one but the old one was still attached to the head light assembly. thanks again!
Thanks for the video! Using the flat head screw driver was a bit of a pain for me--I had to loosen it then pull it off with a crescent wrench. Again, thanks for the guide!
I have a 2008 HHR--compatible with this guide.
Thank you so very much for this,I will be using this method today to change my headlight!
You just saved me bud. Knowledge is power!
this was very helpful. It was a pain in the ass to do it but I got done.
Thanks for keeping it simple
Thank you very much for sharing the video. Made it so easy to do!
Thanks, I almost paid someone to do this! It took me less than 10 minutes after watching the video.
Great vid...worked like a charm..much appreciated!
Easy. Best video.simple.not alot of talking.just action.thanks
Great video on how to change a bulb.
Huge help! Saved me a lot of money!
that was a BIG help, thank you.
Lol it's my best friends car and I'm a geek, not a mechanic. Didn't think to turn the wheel lol did everything else Ok! Thanks for this really simple instruction! I liked the page.
I'm off to buy an HHR today and will be using a Dremel to make access doors inside the fender well lol. Good video
Thanks! This helped me a lot and I was able to do it on my own.
Thanks very much for this upload!
So the one part of the video where hes gonna show you how to take off the bulb, the person filming manages to get the back of his head
Great job!
Thanks!!! Like clock work, you rock!
thanks for the tutorial! easy and quick!
Awesome! Thanks for making this!
Excellent video.
Geeeeezze his video helped me out big time! Thank God for guys who are smarter than me!!! Some of us aren't made to work on cars! Great video for dumb ass like me!
Just finished changing mine, 2006. Not quite as simple as the video, as the fender flap was much more stiff and my hand and arm were a tight squeeze. But it worked, thank you.
Your video was very helpful...thanks
thank you very much for uploading this video
Thank you thank you thank you. Although I did spend time trying to get the bulb in before taking out the old O-ring.
Thank you for the video I just lost a headlight and needed to replace it
Thank you. Worked great!
Awesome u saved me a lot of time thanks !!
Great job sharing knowledge..... Thanks!
I just changed both mine to LED after one went out, and although it wasn't a piece of cake, I did it! If this 68 year old gramma can do it, anyone can!
the guy says don't buy a Chevy HHR. I did and I love it.
Dave Elder I bought one too and I love it
Excellent! Thank you sir
Great video. Thank you!
Very useful information Thank you..
Great helpful upload
Mine's the SS model with Brembo brakes and 18" wheels. With the lower suspension and bigger wheels I have to take the wheel off. Still pretty easy though. Good tutorial.
I had to take the wheel off, as well
Excellent. Thank you. I'm sure Chevy would charge me $300 to do this. What a stupid way to mount headlights...Oh I forgot..this is Chevrolet engineering.
The Chevy sonic is beyond easy to do so check yourself on the Chevy bashing there son
Thanks. This video helped me out.
If you touch the glass it's best to use a clean cloth dampened (not dripping) with rubbing alcohol to remove your finger oils, rather than just a dry cloth. You don't want to leave any skin oils behind. Think of it like cleaning a pair of glasses to get them absolutely spotless. If you wonder how skin oil could possibly ruin a bulb, look up "devitrification".
Thank you SO much! Do much easier with your help!!
Just the one shot of your hair with the "press the tab and pull" .. it still works .. 3, 4 counter . .. replace bulb and reverse to fixed
+Richard Nance Turn the wheel the best way to get it done. There ARE 3 screws but only 2 needed to be removed for the replacement . one on the top of the wheel well and one on the back (which it is easier to get to with the wheel turned to the inside) and BUY THE SPECIALTY TOOL .. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002SRCMO?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=ox_sc_act_title_1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
on Amazon or go to your local parts store and buy it for 7-10.00 .. you'll need it and if you can't afford 20.00 max for an universal car repair tool you shouldn't be working on cars, but taking it to a dealer/mechanic and paying them 100s to fix your car.
I'll find a way to post the picture of the light bulb and the tab which is discussed in the video ... thank you DoDumptin for posting the basics of this change
+Richard Nance
www.amazon.com/SYLVANIA-Basic-Halogen-Headlight-Bulb/dp/B000AM8BMM/ref=au_as_r?_encoding=UTF8&Make=Chevrolet%7C47&Model=HHR%7C2810&Year=2011%7C2011&ie=UTF8&n=15684181&s=automotive&vehicleId=3&vehicleType=automotive
Third picture down shows the side with the tab, and yes you can just put a flathead in there and press it to pop out your bulb
Awesome tutorial brutha. Just make sure you have small arms lol, I have bigger forearms and like to never got the room to twist the light out and back in. Thanks for sharing!
Good vid - but please GET THE FASTENER REMOVAL TOOL! Notice how he sez a screwdriver will work fine but then proceeds to use the tool... Also, you need to be wearing a rubber or cotton glove when installing the lamp - pretty much impossible to get the new bulb in without touching it.
Great vid thanks!
Don't forget the red o-ring!
Great job
Nice video! I love it when people keep it simple! I have a channel that helps people learn to DIY paint houses. You used my favorite phrase, "Piece Of Cake!" Lol
Great video thanks:)
Thanks! The screws and pop in plastic connectors dont line up the same after the bulb change, and I had a plastic connector head break off, but at least I can see at night.
I installed one the other side, and it only works on low, no hi beam. But if you 'flash' the brites from steering column by hand , it works hi a nd lo! tried fuses, all good. Make sense?