What is the headlight model of the Elantra?
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The low beam bulb model of the Hyundai Elantra is H7, and the high beam bulb model is H11. Below is some information about the Elantra's headlights: 1. The Elantra comes standard with halogen headlights across all trims. The headlight control switch is located on the combination switch lever on the left rear side of the steering wheel. Rotate the control knob at the end of the light control lever to select AUTO or the headlight position to turn on the headlights. 2. If the Elantra is equipped with the headlight farewell function, when the headlight switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or OFF position, the headlights will remain illuminated for approximately 5 minutes. 3. If the light switch is set to the automatic light position during dark outdoor conditions, the headlights will not turn off.
I remember when replacing the headlights of a Hyundai Elantra, the standard model usually uses H7 bulbs, especially for the low beam. If your Elantra is from the 2016 to 2019 model years, the manual will specify H7 as the bulb type. Before changing the bulbs, I recommend checking the label on the lamp base, which shows the model number to avoid buying the wrong one. The H7 has a standard bayonet socket design, making it easy to replace yourself, but avoid touching the glass part to prevent oil contamination. Nowadays, LED upgrades compatible with H7 are popular, offering higher brightness and better energy efficiency, though the original halogen bulbs are more durable and less prone to overheating on long drives. Regularly cleaning the headlight covers can extend bulb life, as accumulated dust can cause light scattering.
