Replacing lamps for Toyota Corolla (E150), 2006 - 2013.

The operating instructions contain the following list of lighting lamps for the Toyota Corolla 150:

• high beam: bulbs with HB-3 base (12V / 61W);
• low: HB-4 (12V / 52W);
• dimensions: W5W (12V / 5W);
• reverse: P21W (12V / 10W);
• License plate light: W5W (12V/5W);
• brake light and dimensions: T20 socket, double-spiral lamp (21/5W);
• front, rear turn signals: socket type S25, single-spiral lamp 21W / 12 V.

Note to the driver!!! Before purchasing, it is important to know the year of manufacture of the car. For the first generation and restyling, lamps with different bases are installed, namely: Toyota Corolla 2006 - 2008 (H7, HB3, HB4/H11), 2009 - 2012 (HB4, HB3, H11).

When installing lamps of high power and luminous efficiency, preliminary consultation with specialists is necessary. There are often cases when the size of the base is identical, but the cross-section of the electrical wiring is small. As a result, the cable heats up, burns out, and the insulating layer melts.

Replacing low and high beam bulbs, fog lights and dimensions on a Toyota Corolla 150

The service life of standard lamps is quite long; they rarely burn out if damaged, hit, or ignited. The same cannot be said about those purchased at a car store or car market. Consumable material of low quality, non-original production. By default, Toyota Corolla 150/140 is equipped with Philips Long Life lighting elements. The average period of use exceeds 3 – 4 years.

Requirements for lamps when choosing standard analogues:

• long-term operation;
• xenon effect;
• increased light brightness;
• LED (for PTF).

First way. Replacing lamps from the inside

So, we are changing the low beam lamp in a Toyota Corolla. To do this, open the hood of the car from inside the car. The front part of the hood is covered with a plastic casing (cover), which complicates access to the internal components. This cover provides some degree of sound insulation, softening the sounds of operating components and the closing of the hood. We first need to remove this cover, and to do this we take out the clips.

1. The clips are removed in two ways. Either by pressing the middle button down, as a result of which the spring inside the mechanism is activated and the clip pops out, or they can be lifted by picking them up with a knife and then calmly pulled out. Once you have pulled out all the clips, the cover can be removed very easily.
2. In the left headlight of a Toyota Corolla, replacing the lamps is much easier than in the right one. To begin with, the low beam lamp is disconnected from the power source, whose plug with wiring is inserted directly into the base, which has a special socket. You remove the plug from the base by moving it towards you, not forgetting to press the latch first, then move the lamp itself from its socket with a slight turn counterclockwise and calmly remove it.
3. Holding it by the base, take the new one out of the box and insert it into its place. It is equipped with guides that will help you install it correctly. By turning it slightly clockwise until it clicks, the minion base is fixed in the socket. Connect the power supply. That's all. It is done. You can check how the new lamp works. Is it burning? This means everything was done correctly. Now you can replace the cover, insert and secure the clips, and close the hood.

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To replace the low beam on the right headlight of a Toyota Corolla, in addition to the casing, you must remove the engine expansion tank.

1. To do this, unscrew 2 bolts (you will need a #10 wrench) and remove the tank from the car.
2. Another obstacle on the way to the lamp is the washer neck. It blocks the view, the lamp socket is not visible. But you should not touch the washer, as it will not interfere with the work. To see the lamp socket, use an ordinary small mirror. Bring it to the side and it will show you where the lamp is. Next, perform the same manipulations as with the left lamp.

After replacement, install the expansion tank in its place and tighten the bolts. You also put the casing in place. The whole job may take you no more than 5 minutes.

For information

The white light of the lamp (over 5000K) is more aesthetic than practical. In conditions of fog and increased dampness, visibility will remain limited and the effectiveness of such lighting is minimal. Consider this factor when purchasing.

A lighting device with increased brightness serves less than its counterparts with a standard coefficient. If you need additional light, be prepared for a short life.

Xenon lamps are officially prohibited for installation on the Toyota Corolla 150, as well as other modifications. Instead, they are actively installing LED analogues. Of course, they are not comparable to halogen ones, but in low beam they illuminate the road well.

Popular manufacturers of diode lamps for Toyota Corolla: KOITO, GE, MTF, NARVA, OSRAM, PHILIPS, VALEO, DiaLUCH. The cost of original diode ones varies from 7,000 rubles, while Chinese alternative optics offer a cheaper option, for 1,500 – 2,000 rubles.

Second way. Replacing lamps outside

Replacing the low beam on a Toyota Corolla can be done in another way. For this you will need a jack or a hole in the garage to unscrew the front bumper. The Toyota Corolla has a low landing and therefore, in order to get under the body, the car must be lifted. The bumper is removed to provide access to the headlights, or rather, to the headlight mounts.

1. Using a No. 10 pipe wrench, unscrew the bolt under the headlight and the two bolts on the sides. Using a figured screwdriver, unscrew the self-tapping screw. When removing the headlight, do not forget about the latch located near the radiator grille. There are wires running to each lamp and they will not allow you to remove the headlight without problems. You need to remove 5 power plugs. To do this, you need to press the latch and simply pull the plug towards you.
2. The headlight of a Toyota Corolla car consists of 5 bulbs, two of which - low beam and high beam bulbs - are larger than the others. The low beam is located at the edge of the headlight. We take it out of the nest. How to remove and insert the lamp into place, see the first part of the article.
3. Further, all operations are performed in reverse order. Insert all the plugs into the sockets, insert the headlight into place, screw in the bolts and self-tapping screw. Install the bumper.

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Replacing High/Low Beam

Carefully remove the plastic protection; it is secured with three clips. If necessary, lightly press with your finger in the center for ease of dismantling. We unscrew the faulty lamp and replace it with a new one. We inspect the integrity of the insulating layer and connectors. If there is damage, replace it with new ones. If the design has a pre-installed control unit, it is also subject to checking for integrity and quality of fixation.

Lamp selection

Only certain types of lamp bases are suitable for Toyota Corolla optics. The base itself is designed to fix the light bulb in the housing, as well as transmit current to it.

The best option for the Toyota Corolla 2013 of all is the HB4 Koito Whitebeam 12V 55W from the Japanese manufacturer. This lighting is reliable and very bright. It is especially recommended to buy this brand for high beams. The only disadvantage of Koito is the high price.

The Philips Crystal Vision HB4 is another great option that will glow a very bright white light.

For Toyota Corolla there are several types of lighting that can be supplied, depending on your consumer needs:

• All-season.
• Durable.
• With increased light output.
• Blue lighting.

Let's consider the main features characteristic of each of these types of lamps.

All-season

All-season, or all-weather, lamps are best installed by car owners who drive a lot outside the city at night. A special feature of all-season models is that their bulb is covered with a yellow layer. It turns out that the luminous flux of the lamp becomes yellow, which is much more effective than white in humid weather. If white light is scattered from moist particles in the air, then in yellow light this problem will not be so acute: yellow light has a scattering coefficient of 20 percent less. This will give you greater visibility in fog, snow or rain.

Durable

Recommended for those who spend a lot of time driving at night. Such lamps can work as much as twice as much as ordinary ones. Durability is ensured due to the vibration resistance of the base and the special gas contained in the flask. Manufacturers designate such headlights as Long Life.

With increased light output

Replacing old lamps with these is recommended for people whose headlights have lost their transparency and are less capable of transmitting fire. A more powerful light stream (30 percent stronger than conventional ones) is achieved due to the higher filament temperature. It may seem that such a thread will burn out much faster, but this will not happen, because a special gas is introduced into the flask, which protects it.

Blue color

In fact, their color is close to blue, but sellers still call them blue lamps. Unskilled people confuse their light with xenon, because it is really similar, just not as powerful. This illumination is achieved by blue coating on the bulb. The advantage of such light is that it tires the eyes much less than ordinary light.

The selection of lamps with HB4 socket is limited.

Interior lighting

We carry out the replacement ourselves, the process is simple and intuitive. If difficulties arise, we involve workshop specialists.

Using a flat-tip screwdriver, carefully pry off the outer cover of the lamp. It is tightly fitted to the ceiling trim with three latches. Careless actions or excessive force will damage the plastic, be careful. We remove the cover, remove two diodes, install new ones. Ready.

We carry out troubleshooting of the cover, check the tightness of fit and fixation.

Choosing fog lights for Corolla 150

Replacing the PTF on a Corolla E150 begins with the selection of fog lights. The first thing to consider here is the cost. Don't be greedy and don't skimp on Corolla optics, as your safety still depends on it.

Next, focus on ensuring that the lens is glass and not plastic. Because in the second case, there is a possibility that this plastic will begin to melt.

The choice should be made based not on the diameter, but on the model of the car. One has only to say that fog lights are needed for the Toyota Corolla E150. The kit will indicate the number and article.

Recommendations for the care and maintenance of power system elements

• carry out a technical inspection of the car, its components and assemblies strictly in accordance with the schedule in the operating instructions and service book;
• Always check the condition of the wiring and connectors after an accident, impact, collision, or long drive through puddles;
• identified melted connectors must be immediately replaced with new ones;
• After activating the ignition and starting the engine, always inspect the instrument panel. On most modern cars, the on-board computer will promptly notify the driver of a malfunction in the lighting system of the vehicle.