Good headlights are essential when you’re driving at night or in any other low-visibility conditions. They enable you to see the road ahead and to be seen by other vehicles and pedestrians. If you have worn or damaged headlights, your reliable GMC dealer can fix the problem for you. These are some signs that you may need new headlights.
Signs You Need New Headlights from Your GMC Dealer
Your Headlights Are Old
Headlights have a finite life that can vary between 500 hours and 30,000 hours, depending on the type of bulbs. It’s important to remember that headlights are not usually used for long periods, and even a 500-hour bulb can work effectively for a long time. Bulbs will weaken as they age, and they usually dim as they wear out.
Bulbs can also be damaged due to problems in the electrical system, a worn battery, or a failing alternator. All three of these issues disrupt the power supply to the bulbs. Bulbs are delicate, and they require a constant and consistent supply of power for a long life. If your headlights seem to fail too soon after being replaced, an electrical problem could be the cause. We’ll examine your bulbs and replace them, and we’ll also test the electrical system to check for any problems.
Cracked Lens
Your headlights are protected against water and dirt by clear plastic lenses. Bulbs can be easily damaged, and dirt or water in the headlight recess can also damage the bulb socket or the electrical system. Since the lenses are made from plastic, they can be damaged by debris thrown up from the road surface.
A cracked lens can allow water to penetrate the recess. Water will cause the socket to rust and can cause shorts in the electrical system. In addition, a cracked lens isn’t aesthetically pleasing. We have replacement lenses available for your car, and we can quickly replace a lens to fix this problem. We’ll also check the socket and wiring to ensure they haven’t been damaged.
Blown Headlight
The most obvious sign of a headlight problem is a blown bulb. As we saw, bulbs will eventually fail due to age or damage. It’s illegal to drive without working headlights, and it’s also a serious safety problem when you drive at night. If a headlight has blown, you need to visit us for a replacement ASAP.
We advise replacing both bulbs, even if only one bulb has failed. The reason for this is that bulbs are installed in pairs. If one bulb has failed, the second will fail very soon. Replacing both bulbs ensures that they work effectively, and it saves you money and time.
If you have a headlight problem, call our service department at Performance GMC Cadillac Columbus. Our expertly-trained technicians are ready to get your vehicle into peak condition and back on the road as quickly as possible – schedule an appointment today.
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