Hyundai Solaris is a popular car brand and model in Russia and the CIS. It is attractive in that it has a low cost and at the same time is reliable in operation. However, like any other type of vehicle, Solaris needs maintenance and repair. It is necessary to carry out planned replacement of consumables in accordance with the technical requirements established by the manufacturer.
The low beam lamp in Solaris fails for various reasons. Regardless of what year the model is, problems with light can occur at any time. Do not postpone the repair and replacement of the lamp, otherwise it is fraught with serious consequences.
What is a passing lamp?
The low beam lamp in the Solaris serves to illuminate the road during night driving. It is also used to make the car more visible during a day trip. The headlight system includes close lighting, used for normal driving, and distant, which should only be used when there are no other cars in the oncoming lane.
While vehicles of the past were equipped with round or oval sealed lights, modern models are equipped with headlights with aerodynamic shapes and interchangeable halogen lighting modes. Some are equipped with high intensity (HID) lamps that give off more light. They are also known as "xenon headlights" and stand out with a bright bluish-white glow.
How does the headlamp bulb work?
The low beam lamp in Solaris is located in front of the reflector (or series of mirrors), which projects a beam of light through the lens and directs it forward. Finding her is pretty simple. Halogen lamps produce more light with less heat dissipation than older versions that worked on halide gas injected into the bulb.
HID, or Xenon, provides even greater brightness by creating an electric arc for lighting, rather than a luminous tungsten filament. Some models of the latest generation have self-leveling headlights that remain on the same level with the road regardless of the angle of the vehicle. This is a very useful feature. Solaris with adaptive headlights uses an electronic drive to shift the focus of the lamp to follow the turns of the wheel on the road.
What are the symptoms associated with lamp damage?
The low beam lamps in Solaris signal to the owner of a car about malfunctions in different ways. The most common feature of a device that needs to be replaced is flickering or a drop in beam intensity.
This is often due to the fact that there was slight damage to the bulb body. Sometimes the headlamp loses its intensity due to external damage, as a result of participation in an accident. Another reason for the malfunction is the ingress of moisture inside the flask with a halogen. In case of poor-quality replacement or assembly, condensate enters the gap, after which corrosion is formed that interferes with the normal functioning of the conductor.
Is it possible to drive with poor lighting?
The low beam lamp in the Hyundai Solaris changes with the necessary knowledge and skills quickly enough. However, many drivers prefer not to immediately fix the noticed damage. However, legislation in the field of transport and traffic indicates that the driver must be on public roads with proper lighting.
If the Hyundai-Solaris will be met by traffic police on the highway with defective or missing lamps or headlights, the driver will be stopped and measures will be taken in the form of an administrative fine. The complete lack of lighting on the car will lead to the fact that the car will be placed in the penalty parking lot until the existing damage is corrected.
How often do diodes need to be replaced?
Replacing the low beam lamp in the Solaris is pretty quick. The duration of the diode depends on how often the lights are used, on the accuracy of driving and how the part was mounted.
A standard halogen incandescent lamp often lasts up to a thousand hours of operation, and a high-intensity diode (HID or Xenon) lasts twice as long. Since headlight bulbs contain sensitive threads, rough driving or frequent movement on rough roads often leads to the contacts holding the conductors to wear out faster.
How are problems diagnosed?
The replacement of the low beam lamp on the Hyundai Solaris occurs only after a complete check and diagnosis of lighting is carried out to identify the exact cause of the problem. A technician usually inspects an incandescent bulb that does not seem to work. To do this, several tests are performed.
First, the worker will verify that the connector that leads from the wire harness to the incandescent lamp is clean and has good contact with the object. Sometimes an incorrect connection to the flashlight leads to a malfunction.
Then the specialist will verify that the bulb receives power, for this it is necessary to examine the connector with a multimeter and test the voltage in each section. The headlamp itself is checked by inspecting the internal contents to see if the filament is damaged. Only after completing all stages of testing do they begin the replacement itself. It is worth noting that these actions can be carried out independently, without a specialist, if the necessary equipment and tools are available.
Estimated replacement costs
The average cost of a lamp in a flashlight is from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles, but the price varies depending on the year of manufacture of the vehicle. Independent replacement of lighting in a car can save up to 2000 thousand rubles.
When carrying out the work, you also need to know which dipped beam lamp in the Hyundai Solaris was installed by the manufacturer. Usually a model is used that has a designation according to ECE H4 with a power of 60/55 watts. It has a cone type and a rear screw mount.
How is the replacement made?
How to change the low beam lamp on the Solaris? This is a question that puts almost all car owners in a difficult position. However, the assembly of the car is simple, and to independently carry out the work will not be difficult.
To make all the manipulations, you will need to access the back of the headlamp assembly. The latest versions of Hyundai require that when replacing the lighting, the cover of the protective unit be removed on the rear panel in the interior under the hood, to access the incandescent diode.
After disassembling the panel, the wiring harness connector is disconnected from the lamp, the diode lock is released, and the bulb is twisted counterclockwise. It is important that the new device does not come into contact with the skin. This is due to the fact that even a small amount of moisture from the hands when it gets on the contacts leads to increased incandescent points of the bulb, which will significantly reduce its service life.
Repair Recommendations
Lamps dipped and main beam on "Solaris" put in just 30-40 minutes. The main thing is to find the fastenings of the protective block of the panel in the inside under the hood of the car. The manual that comes with each car model has a complete manual that describes the location of each part and fixing elements.
In addition, it is always recommended to use a lamp of the same type and power as the original for replacement. Parts not recommended by the vehicle manufacturer often result in a high degree of incandescence, which can damage the wiring or headlamp assembly.
What to consider when working
Analyzing the question of how to change the low beam lamp in the Hyundai Solaris, it is necessary to consider important points on the work. After installing a new part, it is important to return all insulation materials. To increase the security of contacts, a tape or fixing solution is usually used. This will prevent moisture from entering important areas. The flask itself must be well fixed.
Do not allow contacts to be loose. When the car moves, vibration is created on all elements. If the panel or headlight is not fixed tightly, this will lead to the fact that the gap begins to increase, which usually leads to a breakdown of the fixing element or the entry of debris and water onto the conductors.