How do you replace 2006 Mazda 5 headlight bulb?

Answer 1

First, read the owners manual. Second, do what it says. The driver's side requires a cover be removed to access the backs of the bulbs. For the low beams, remove the electrical plug by squeezing the tabs on the sides of the plug and pulling. Then remove the rubber seal by working it off the housing. The "tricky" part is next. Take a good light and examine the layout of the assembly so the rest of this makes sense. The bulb holder is held in place by a wire bail with a curved piece toward the top. One has to press the curved loop toward the front of the car and apply upward pressure once the wire end is off the metal tab that normally holds the wire tight against the bulb holder. This is easier than it seems. Then pull the wire backward - it is hinged on one side of the housing - and swing it out of the way. Carefully pull the bulb holder / bulb from the housing. Remove the bulb from the holder by prying it out of the holder. Dispose of properly. Place the new bulb in the holder without touching the glass. Place holder/bulb in the housing with the tab oriented to the slot toward the top of the housing. Swing the wire back over the holder and press toward the front then down to replace the end of the wire behind the tab. If the holder moves at all, you don't have the wire secured properly. Replace the rubber seal making sure it is tight on the housing and on the bulb holder. Replace the electrical plug until it pops into place.