How to replace a lightbulb on a Lexus ES

We show you how to replace the headlight bulb on an early model Lexus ES

Lawrence Minnie

13 May 2021 · 11:30Car Ownership

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ES lighting

The Lexus ES is the ultimate left field option for those looking for a luxury sedan that will set you apart from the crowd. The ES has gone through 7 generations and the latest model has LED lighting as standard fitment. If you have one of the older models and you find that one of your headlights is no longer working, you will need to replace it.

Replacing the H11 headlight bulbs is a very easy bit of DIY maintenance that you can tackle right at home with no tools needed, and we can show you how it's done.

You will need:

Replacement H11 bulbs
Soft cloth

Let's get it done

1. Open the bonnet

2. Locate the back of the headlight cluster in the engine bay.

3. Locate the wiring plug on the bulb

4. Remove the connector plug from the bulb.

6. Twist to remove bulb

7. Replace the bulb

8. Assemble in reverse order

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more