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Replace a burned-out bulb or headlight on a 2003 Toyota Camry XLE

One of the headlights or buls on my 2003 Toyota Camry XLE is not functioning. I'd like to replace it myself and would appreciate any advice.

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  • virginiarowl Dec 27, 2008

    The replacement part has the bulb as part of a "casing" unit. So, we need to remove the casing unit rather than just the bulb, but can't get it disconnected though we're pressing on the release.

  • Anonymous May 11, 2010

    Open the hood. Look at the back side of the beadlamp assembly.

    Determine which bulb is inoperative. (if the bulb needing replaced is in front of the battery, it will be easier if you remove the lock bar and slide the battery out of the way, you do not have to disconnect the battery) The bulbs rotate 1/4 turn to release them from the headlamp housing. When the bulb is turned 1/4 turn, pull it straight out, towards the engine. Press on the lock tab on the wire connector, and pull the bulb off of the connector. Fit the new bulb into the housing, turn it 1/4 turn the other way, and then locate the wire connector to the bulb, and press it onto the back of the bulb. IMPORTANT NOTE: Please do NOT touch the glass part of the bulb with your fingers. This could lead to premature bulb failure.

    Try this, and let me know how it turns out.

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    Why do none of my electronics work on 97 Toyota Camry besides the headlights

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I have similar issue with my 03 Camry XLE. I replaced the left side headlight bulb and the light still not coming on. Thanks in advance for the help.

  • Anonymous Aug 21, 2010

    I have same problem with my 03 Camry XLE. I replaced the left side headlight bulb and the light still not coming on. Thanks for the help.

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Headlights are one of the most important safety features on your car, but they can only do their job if they're properly maintained. It's not just burned out headlights that cause problems; headlights that are dim or incorrectly aligned can also lead to accidents. Fortunately, learning how to repair headlights is something even the least mechanically inclined person can do. When you know how to repair headlights yourself, you can save up to several hundred dollars on mechanic's fees. Here are some tips on how to repair headlights with common problems.

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If you're headlights aren't working at all, the most likely cause is a burned out bulb. All you need to do to repair the headlights is replace the bulb. If you have plastic lenses, you can take out the old bulb by removing the lens and unscrewing the bulb from the back of the lens. With glass headlights, though, you'll need to replace the whole glass. Since you're buying new bulbs anyway, consider picking up one of the new, brighter types of bulbs, such as the halogen or xenon types.
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To my knowledge a 2003 Toyota Camry uses a dual filament halogen bulb, either by Osram, Philips or Sylavania. If on the dashboard, the blue indicator lits when the switch is moved to bright or the passlight is engaged but no headlight, then it could jut be busted bulb (or part of it since you still have driving/low beam). In some cases, it could be the relay that supplies power direct to the bulb. At other times, it could be fuse(s) assigned to high beam. At certain instances, it could be also a loose, corroded or burned connector.

Corrective measure for your concern would be to check the 2 bulbs. This is performed by removing the rear covering (rubber or plastic cap) of the headlight assembly from the rear. The bulbs are held in place by a spring clip that needs to be unlatched from the base/holder. Carefully remove the bulb taking care not to touch the glass envelope. The filaments would be readily visible and cut/breaks would be apparent. If determined that one of the filaments (high beam) is open, replace the bulb(s).

If the bulbs prove to be OK, you need to work yourself backwards tracing the wiring harness. After the bulb, check the 3 prong connector for any corrosion or scorching/burnt marks; clean as maybe required. Next to check would be the relay that provides the +12VDC and then the fuse.

I doubt if the dashboard or steering wheel components involve with headlights may be at fault.

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