Just did this. Low beam lights both sides. Everything was pretty straightforward but it is not for a beginner mechanic... you need a bit of confidence. Drivers side; remove fuse box cover (I didnt have to remove the entire fuse box compartment, just the cover) NOTE: my new headlights came with the O-Ring already so be sure to remove the other O-Ring from the burnt out bulb or you will never get the light to turn in! Passenger side; There are 3 torque screws to remove the Air Filter assembly, and it definitely helps to remove the upper rubber intake foot to access the third torque screw. NOTE: Removing the plastic siding really helped with the removal of the Air Filter assembly... I could not get the filter out without removing the plastic siding... Good luck... and I cant believe you have to go through all of this just to remove a headlight bulb.
If you changed out your bulbs because your low beams were dim(unsafe to drive dim), the bulbs aren’t the problem it is the coating on on the projectors. I changed my mothers 2015 low beams twice before I found out there’s a class action lawsuit for the headlight assembly letting too much moisture in and the coating burning off from high temperature.
@@Carriedickerson22 no, the coating isn’t something fixable, you’d need to buy new housings. If you buy OEM housings switch to LED bulbs as they are cooler and won’t burn the coating all over again, or buy an aftermarket set and you can use any bulb you prefer. If your problem was with moisture there is a chance if the wire harnesses aren’t too corroded etc. that you could clean them up and reseal the housing with silicone.
Thank You! Your video gave me the confidence to finally replace my 2015 SRX OEM Philips H11's. I had to use a short step ladder for the driver side, plus carefully used pliers to hold the connector while free hand inserted new bulb. Be aware the connector wiring is short. I also stuffed rags into sidewell in case I dropped bulb. I went with Sylvania Silverstar Ultra's. A few months ago I had my headlamp housings clouding buffed out and I was still unhappy with the degradation of output during night driving in Phoenix. After reading several websites, I'm curious what the lifespan will be with this product? I may turn off the headlights while driving during the day to help with longevity. I only drive at night for less than five to six total hours usually. I decided not to use LED's at this time as I was not convinced any product would work in the projector style housing (fan or fanless) without fitting issues or have a decent lifespan (poorly made). I'll update you in a few days(nights) after I get some night driving in.
Exactly how much force should go into taking off the dust cover (driver side)? I’m assuming the lights have never been changed prior cos it’s not going so smoothly for me. I can not get it to turn. Any advice? I’ve considered taking out the fuses for a little more clearance, but I’d like to not do that.
If someone replaced that at some point and jammed it in there it's hard to say. My recommendation is to try and get some penetrating oil or PB blaster and get the threads as lubricated as possible... Good luck!
@@elibaier Got ‘er licked man, thank you. It just took some WD40 and a little bit of leverage 😅 now here’s hoping this was the fix I needed and not the housing like I’ve been seeing.
Great video...when you changed the bulb, did you change the low beam only bulbs? On the passenger side the main bulb is a low-beam/daytime running lamp and the driver seems to be a HID headlight... Which did you change? Or did you change both?
@@elibaier Thanks for responding... So, the dust covers give you direct access to the low beam only? Can you access the high beam HID on the driver side?
@@elibaier oh ok…the diagram in the manual had me confused. I thought the upper dust cover in the driver side was for the HID…thanks for your help and time.
😢😂 I don't know if I should feel happy or sad thanks a lot I know I can do this. It's gonna be a task but it's better than waiting for some a****** to pull the whole bumper down and charge me three hundred bucks
Hey man. Just bought a 2014 SRX and ,of course, the low beams are hazardously dim. I'd say I'm going to go for the whole new headlight assembly but I'd like to know if your fix has lasted so far?
My fix has lasted, but for yours I would check this recall out first. "According to Car Complaints, General Motors has now agreed to reimburse owners for any replaced headlamp capsules or lightbulbs, with a cap of up to $1,600 per replacement. The repairs must have been associated with problems caused by moisture and owners must initially pay out of pocket for the repairs." gmauthority.com/blog/2019/04/some-2010-2015-cadillac-srx-owners-to-be-reimbursed-over-headlights/ You probably have to get the whole unit replaced.
@@elibaier Found this online: basically, the class action lawsuit was shot down by a judge. Some lucky SRX owners, I guess, did get reimbursed by Cadillac/GM but not recently.
It's so difficult to remove dust cover to get to light bulb. In video it was done with one figure to turn. Do I need to take to the dealership to replace?
@@elibaier Thank for replying. Yes got it removed however its a totally different light assembly. My heads has a motor on it the bulb moves up and down automatically to adjust beam when driving. I will need to take it to the dealership after all.😢
Mine also is a 2011. What do you mean by the setup is different? The headlights? The interior? There are several trims for the 2011. Mine is the Luxury package. There is also a base package, a performance package, and a premium package
Curious… Using high output high heat lightbulbs might be causing vaporizing of chroming of plastic housing which then fogs low beam lens making any new bulbs practically useless, night driving dangerous! Cadillac still refuses to acknowledge this even after aircraft mechanic completely disassemble‘s units and scrapes away residue from interior Low beam lens !
Hmm... Sorry to hear that! Is the car cranking or are you not getting anything when you try to start? I would start by making sure every electrical connection is secure...
Thats a frustrating one. I'm sorry to hear that. I would just make sure that any cable you could have possibly hit still has a good connection. Does it crank?
Anyone who has an SRX should have been reimbursed for the shitty design flaw. It’s the reflective material on the back of the lense on the low beams that fails. It doesn’t matter what bulbs you put in, that’s not the problem. GM knows this. I have a 12 SRX and have put at least $300 in upgraded HID’s and LED’s all rubbish.
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First make sure that all three bolts are out! After that it should have wiggle room. I just wiggled it back and forth while pulling up. Its a pain for sure!
What he didn't know is that it's not the bulb that's the problem on these Cadillac.. he can put a bulb in that's 1,000 watts and will still have poor vision in that vehicle... It's the mirrored glass on the inside that makes the light reflect.. over time the hear from the bulb deteriorates the mirror like coating and this poor vision... Hey but thanks on thinking you were making a video that would solve the Cadillac headlight problem like 50 other ppl.. 🤔
I was thinking about buying this car.. oh hades no.. its freaking amazing how complex the idiots at gm can make things.. my daughters g6 is a two person job.. a friends kia soul you reach in and twist swap twist and done 1/3 the price and 1 /10 the headache
Cadillac headlights are compleat crap, I have moisture build up, and the regular beams at night look like I'm driving with no headlights at all. I hope Cadillac improves at least for the safety
@@elibaier Cadillac sent me a notice a few years back offering new headlights I'd have to buy the headlights ($1800.00) first, then with paper work they with reimburse you after wards. And we only had a couple of months before the offer expired. So I couldn't come up with the cash and still driving with horrible dangerous headlights
@@JFlow111 I just installed a new low beam bulb and it doesn’t work. Nothing. It has to be the entire headlight assembly. Unbelievable because it’s not a cheap fix.
The videos that say to take out the whole grille are for replacing the actual headlight housing, not just replacing the bulbs like you are doing. Every video to replace the bulbs are done exactly like your video........ just replacing the bulbs. You are not saving anyone any time as no one is removing the grille to replace bulbs.
This video is useless if trying to change the turning lightbulb on the driver’s side. It is annoying as *^}% that Cadillac made it so difficult to do it … you literally have to remove the entire front end of the car and the headlight assembly itself to do it. And if you have the car for some years be ready to do it a few times.
That is true... Unfortunately if you are trying to change those bulbs I do belive that you will have to pull out the entire head light assembly.. I haven't had to do it on my car yet, but probably one day...
Thank you so much for uploading this video! This is going to help save me time waiting on other people😁
Glad you found it useful!!!
You just saved me abou 100 bucks.... very helpful thanks!
Yay!! Thanks for the support!!
This was SUPER helpful! The dealer wanted to charge me $98! After watching this, I did it myself!
Glad to hear it!!!
Thanks for your time and effort for making this video. It helped me out today. Small hands help a lot 😂
Haha great!! Glad you found it so helpful!!
Straight to the point ☝️..I love it
You got it!
Thanks man I was not looking forward to taking the bumper/grill off at all whatsoever.
Nice and easy!
Just did this. Low beam lights both sides. Everything was pretty straightforward but it is not for a beginner mechanic... you need a bit of confidence. Drivers side; remove fuse box cover (I didnt have to remove the entire fuse box compartment, just the cover) NOTE: my new headlights came with the O-Ring already so be sure to remove the other O-Ring from the burnt out bulb or you will never get the light to turn in!
Passenger side; There are 3 torque screws to remove the Air Filter assembly, and it definitely helps to remove the upper rubber intake foot to access the third torque screw. NOTE: Removing the plastic siding really helped with the removal of the Air Filter assembly... I could not get the filter out without removing the plastic siding...
Good luck... and I cant believe you have to go through all of this just to remove a headlight bulb.
Thanks for the additional info! Super helpful!!
Sooo.... not for the faint of heart. Or inexperienced car repair person. Bummer.
@@susanmalloch9375 unfortunately its a bit of a job...
True, hopefully in the future you won’t be forced to take the whole engine out! 😂
Haha
Like the Tee shirt. Thanks for the video.
Thanks! Go ahead and order one of the tees! Link is in the description!
I only needed driver's side. Good video. Thanks
Glad you found this video helpful!!
If you changed out your bulbs because your low beams were dim(unsafe to drive dim), the bulbs aren’t the problem it is the coating on on the projectors. I changed my mothers 2015 low beams twice before I found out there’s a class action lawsuit for the headlight assembly letting too much moisture in and the coating burning off from high temperature.
That’s my problem so I’m curious is there a way to clean the actual projector?
@@Carriedickerson22 no, the coating isn’t something fixable, you’d need to buy new housings. If you buy OEM housings switch to LED bulbs as they are cooler and won’t burn the coating all over again, or buy an aftermarket set and you can use any bulb you prefer. If your problem was with moisture there is a chance if the wire harnesses aren’t too corroded etc. that you could clean them up and reseal the housing with silicone.
what housing or aftermarket i can buy that wont affect my electrical or burn the bulbs? any links?
Can anyone give a website or a link to lead to the lawsuit over these headlights?
Also can't you just buy a headlight kit restore like Cerakote kid to get rid of all the dullness??l
Awesome video!
Thanks!
Thank you so much for your video
You are welcome! You can do it!!
Thank you!
You’re welcome!
Good video. Thank you...
Glad you liked it!
Wow great video
Thanks!
👍thanks for the video, but the lamps should be taken with gloves so as not to leave a greasy mark on them
Good call!
THANK YOU
You are welcome!!
Thank You! Your video gave me the confidence to finally replace my 2015 SRX OEM Philips H11's. I had to use a short step ladder for the driver side, plus carefully used pliers to hold the connector while free hand inserted new bulb. Be aware the connector wiring is short. I also stuffed rags into sidewell in case I dropped bulb. I went with Sylvania Silverstar Ultra's. A few months ago I had my headlamp housings clouding buffed out and I was still unhappy with the degradation of output during night driving in Phoenix. After reading several websites, I'm curious what the lifespan will be with this product? I may turn off the headlights while driving during the day to help with longevity. I only drive at night for less than five to six total hours usually. I decided not to use LED's at this time as I was not convinced any product would work in the projector style housing (fan or fanless) without fitting issues or have a decent lifespan (poorly made). I'll update you in a few days(nights) after I get some night driving in.
That's awesome to hear! I'm glad it was useful and I appreciate the additional info. Please let us know how they're doing in a few days
I like the rag idea
It’s great! Thanks for the comment!
Thanks nice video
Most welcome
My issue is that the low beam lens seems to be cloudy. Still, replacing the bulbs with brighter ones should help. Thanks!!
For sure!
Thanks .....nice chanel....
Thanks!
Should i clean the mass air & throttle body & change the vvt selinoid also?
Not a bad idea!
I'm having an issue putting the air filter back in. Any tips? Angle is super awkward and can't seem to get it to line up with the screws
It is a super awkward fit. My suggestion is just take it slow. Hope you get it!
Exactly how much force should go into taking off the dust cover (driver side)? I’m assuming the lights have never been changed prior cos it’s not going so smoothly for me. I can not get it to turn. Any advice? I’ve considered taking out the fuses for a little more clearance, but I’d like to not do that.
If someone replaced that at some point and jammed it in there it's hard to say. My recommendation is to try and get some penetrating oil or PB blaster and get the threads as lubricated as possible... Good luck!
@@elibaier Got ‘er licked man, thank you. It just took some WD40 and a little bit of leverage 😅 now here’s hoping this was the fix I needed and not the housing like I’ve been seeing.
Sweet!!!
Sure beats taking the bumper! Great video. By chance, do you know if the turn signal bulb is behind the same dust cover?
Thanks for the comment. I’m not sure on that one, but I don’t think so… did you ever find out?
Yes. It's not. So I have to drop the bumper...
Wow… glad they made it so accessible to reach haha
I want to order the bulbs using your link so you can get credit for it, but I need to know if this fixes the low/no headlights at night, does it?
It depends on what you’re issue is, but it will definitely help if the bulbs are burnt out or are just barely shining
Great video...when you changed the bulb, did you change the low beam only bulbs? On the passenger side the main bulb is a low-beam/daytime running lamp and the driver seems to be a HID headlight... Which did you change? Or did you change both?
Thanks for the comment! I did change the low beam bulbs only.
@@elibaier Thanks for responding...
So, the dust covers give you direct access to the low beam only? Can you access the high beam HID on the driver side?
@@c2overcome I don't think so. I think to access the HID on the driver side it requires removing the whole headlight module...
@@elibaier oh ok…the diagram in the manual had me confused. I thought the upper dust cover in the driver side was for the HID…thanks for your help and time.
@@c2overcome Glad I could help!
Great video. But once i take off my Dust cover on the driver side , i have some sort of metal Box on it
Interesting... I wonder what that is...
Were yours originally hid or halogen? The housing is always confusing they look like projectors ..
Great question… I don’t remember…
I would like to know how to replace the bulbs in my rear seat dome light on my Cadillac SRX.
I just figured it out took me forever to figure it out lol
Took me forever too. I did find a video, good luck.
Thanks!
hi, the H11 are the low lights but how do you change the 9005 which are the high lights ??
Pretty sure you have to remove the entire headlight assembly which requires the front bumper cover and grille to be removed from the vehicle.
a lot of work...
@@elibaier unfortunately EXPENSIVE work for those of us who can't do it ourselves.
True that!
Thank you. I can do this
You definitely can!!
Hardest part was getting air cleaner box back on. Screw hole location was not intuitive.
Yes that air box is a pain... Glad you got it!!
😢😂 I don't know if I should feel happy or sad thanks a lot I know I can do this. It's gonna be a task but it's better than waiting for some a****** to pull the whole bumper down and charge me three hundred bucks
You can do it!! Write me if you have any questions! Let us know how it goes!
Stupid question. Can I only change the bulb that’s out instead of replacing both? Thx
Not a stupid question. Yes, you can change just one. Although I think you pretty much always have to buy them in a pack of two...Thanks for asking!
Will this bulb fit 2013 SRX also ?
Yes!
Hey man. Just bought a 2014 SRX and ,of course, the low beams are hazardously dim. I'd say I'm going to go for the whole new headlight assembly but I'd like to know if your fix has lasted so far?
My fix has lasted, but for yours I would check this recall out first.
"According to Car Complaints, General Motors has now agreed to reimburse owners for any replaced headlamp capsules or lightbulbs, with a cap of up to $1,600 per replacement. The repairs must have been associated with problems caused by moisture and owners must initially pay out of pocket for the repairs."
gmauthority.com/blog/2019/04/some-2010-2015-cadillac-srx-owners-to-be-reimbursed-over-headlights/
You probably have to get the whole unit replaced.
Cadillac won’t do anything about that recall
@@majorflankzz133 That's crazy
@@elibaier Found this online: basically, the class action lawsuit was shot down by a judge. Some lucky SRX owners, I guess, did get reimbursed by Cadillac/GM but not recently.
@@susanmalloch9375 Not me either... Thanks for the additional info!
It's so difficult to remove dust cover to get to light bulb. In video it was done with one figure to turn. Do I need to take to the dealership to replace?
That was definitely the most challenging aspect of it.. Just be patient with it. Have you gotten it?
@@elibaier Thank for replying. Yes got it removed however its a totally different light assembly. My heads has a motor on it the bulb moves up and down automatically to adjust beam when driving. I will need to take it to the dealership after all.😢
Bummer! What year is yours?
My SRX is a 2011 & the setup is different than your SRX. What year is your vehicle??
Mine also is a 2011. What do you mean by the setup is different? The headlights? The interior? There are several trims for the 2011. Mine is the Luxury package. There is also a base package, a performance package, and a premium package
Is this replacement for a 2012 srx?
Yes, this would be the same for a 2012
Does this fix the low lights / the NO lights at night issue?
Please see my other comment
No, this is a manufacturer issue. This is just if your bulb blew
Correct
Hi Eli, great video. Is your SRX a 2014 model?
Thanks for watching! Mine is a 2011 model, but they all look very similar from 2010-2016. Gorgeous vehicles!
Curious… Using high output high heat lightbulbs might be causing vaporizing of chroming of plastic housing which then fogs low beam lens making any new bulbs practically useless, night driving dangerous! Cadillac still refuses to acknowledge this even after aircraft mechanic completely disassemble‘s units and scrapes away residue from interior Low beam lens !
I will say that the low beams on this car are pretty terrible. There was a huge class action lawsuit suit out there. I think I need to change mine out
When I had my bulbs replaced afterwards the car wouldn't start. Please help!!!😢
Hmm... Sorry to hear that! Is the car cranking or are you not getting anything when you try to start? I would start by making sure every electrical connection is secure...
i did this but now my 2015 srx will not start?
any suggestions? fuses are good.
Thats a frustrating one. I'm sorry to hear that. I would just make sure that any cable you could have possibly hit still has a good connection. Does it crank?
@@elibaier no it does not. i have complete power in vehicle just will not crank, wiring seems intact and good.
@@JamesTilburg Maybe something with the key? Did you get it figured out?
How do you adjust the beam to go up?
Did you hit the up button?
Okay where is the up button can you send me a picture I've been looking at the same top and bottom and have not seen any adjustment knob
www.cadiclub.com/cont-1782.html
This article should hopefully help! Not actually a button. I was thinking of something else
Anyone who has an SRX should have been reimbursed for the shitty design flaw. It’s the reflective material on the back of the lense on the low beams that fails. It doesn’t matter what bulbs you put in, that’s not the problem. GM knows this. I have a 12 SRX and have put at least $300 in upgraded HID’s and LED’s all rubbish.
Its crazy..
Me Too! And I'm very disappointed in them. They come across us that they're classy stylish and they're a piece of s***
A classy 💩
Your shirt… where did you get it or if you made it can you send me the template? Love it !
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Here ya go!
What is the year and trim of your SRX?
It is a 2011 SRX Luxury AWD
Did you replace the low beam bulbs with a brighter bulb?? If not, is it possible to get brighter replacement bulb???
Like how you left out the part about the removal of the air filter unit 🤣
haha oh you know...
@@elibaier yup just did mines🤣🤣😫
Haha nice work!
That's easy. Show how to replace the hight beam on the driver side.
Are you in need of that repair?
You skip over the hardest part. Getting the bulb on the connector on the driver's side. 😅
Haha yeah it was very hard to get some of those angles… also I believe the hardest part was the air intake box..😅
And no heat issues with the brighter bulbs?
No heat issues so far!
Never touch the bulb ! Wont last long cause overheat...
Thanks!
Is there a recall?
Yes
gmauthority.com/blog/2019/04/some-2010-2015-cadillac-srx-owners-to-be-reimbursed-over-headlights/amp/
This takes you to been verified website, which is garbage to me
OMG I thought I was going blind!!
haha
Lol u fast forwarded through the ONLY difficult part, removing that housing on passenger side. What is the trick to get it out once bolts are loose??
First make sure that all three bolts are out! After that it should have wiggle room. I just wiggled it back and forth while pulling up. Its a pain for sure!
What he didn't know is that it's not the bulb that's the problem on these Cadillac.. he can put a bulb in that's 1,000 watts and will still have poor vision in that vehicle... It's the mirrored glass on the inside that makes the light reflect.. over time the hear from the bulb deteriorates the mirror like coating and this poor vision... Hey but thanks on thinking you were making a video that would solve the Cadillac headlight problem like 50 other ppl.. 🤔
Thanks for the insight!
whats the solution? what housing can i buy for my 2014 srx
I was thinking about buying this car.. oh hades no.. its freaking amazing how complex the idiots at gm can make things.. my daughters g6 is a two person job.. a friends kia soul you reach in and twist swap twist and done 1/3 the price and 1 /10 the headache
Interesting... but those cars just aren't as SRXY...
@@elibaier I see what you did there😂. My Caddi is much SRXYr than any KIA! The SRXY ones do tend to be more demanding.
Haha is great!
Cadillac headlights are compleat crap, I have moisture build up, and the regular beams at night look like I'm driving with no headlights at all. I hope Cadillac improves at least for the safety
Headlights are super important! These need to be tested very thoroughly by the design team
How much moisture do you have? I’m having the same problem.
@@elibaier Cadillac sent me a notice a few years back offering new headlights I'd have to buy the headlights ($1800.00) first, then with paper work they with reimburse you after wards. And we only had a couple of months before the offer expired. So I couldn't come up with the cash and still driving with horrible dangerous headlights
@@steveshutt6409 the water is always condensed inside the headlight even on hot summer days, it's just permanent.
@@JFlow111 I just installed a new low beam bulb and it doesn’t work. Nothing. It has to be the entire headlight assembly. Unbelievable because it’s not a cheap fix.
The videos that say to take out the whole grille are for replacing the actual headlight housing, not just replacing the bulbs like you are doing. Every video to replace the bulbs are done exactly like your video........ just replacing the bulbs. You are not saving anyone any time as no one is removing the grille to replace bulbs.
Actually you are wrong. Here is the video I first watched a few years ago. It has 154k views right now.. czcams.com/video/CEY1BKyMIhg/video.html
This video is useless if trying to change the turning lightbulb on the driver’s side. It is annoying as *^}% that Cadillac made it so difficult to do it … you literally have to remove the entire front end of the car and the headlight assembly itself to do it. And if you have the car for some years be ready to do it a few times.
That is true... Unfortunately if you are trying to change those bulbs I do belive that you will have to pull out the entire head light assembly.. I haven't had to do it on my car yet, but probably one day...