2013 mazda cx 5 headlight bulb replacement

Q: Can I change my headlight bulb myself?

Fortunately, its often easy to change a headlight. Most of todays halogen high-intensity-discharge (HID) or light-emitting-diode (LED) bulbs are simple to replace. They are held in place by thin wire clips or rotating bayonet-style retainers.

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Front Exterior LED Bulbs
Rear Exterior LED Bulbs
Interior LED Bulbs
Flashers and Load Resistors
Does Mazda CX 5 have LED lights?
Can AutoZone change a headlight bulb?
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THIS IS A GUIDE for replacing vehicles bulbs. Sourced data can vary due to trim packages, manufacturer, and after market modifications. To ensure compatibility please remove the bulb you wish to replace from your vehicle, then compare the socket and size to the bulbs listed on our site. For additional information on finding compatible bulbs check out our quick guide, or contact customer service.

2013 Mazda CX-5 Bulb Locations

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Front Exterior LED Bulbs

Rear Exterior LED Bulbs

Interior LED Bulbs

Flashers and Load Resistors

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Mazda CX-5 Headlight Bulbs Replacement Guide
How to change a burnt out low beam, high beam or front turn signal light bulb in the headlights of a 2012-2016 Mazda CX-5.

2013 Mazda CX-5 Headlight

Turn Signal - Low - High

Base of Low Beam Bulb This automotive maintenance tutorial was specifically written to assist owners of the first generation (2012, 2013, 2014, 2015 & the updated 2016 model year) Mazda CX-5 SUV in changing a burnt out low beam, high beam or front turn signal light bulbs in the headlight housings.

Owners of other Mazda vehicles such as the Mazda 2, Mazda 3, Mazda 5, Mazda 6, CX-7, CX-9, and the MX-5 Miata may also find these DIY instructions to be helpful.

Replacement bulbs with their part numbers are as follows: Low Beam # H11, High Beam # 9005 and Front Turn Signal # 1157A or the 1157NA.

No tools are needed to change any of the headlight bulbs on either the driver or passenger side of the vehicle.

Release Power Plug

1/4 Turn Counterclockwise

Low Beam Bulb Removed The Low Beam bulb is located near the center of the headlight housing.

Reach in behind the headlight assembly and press the release tab on the black plastic electrical connector before sliding it straight off the base of the old bulb.

Rotate the base of the old bulb 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it straight out of the socket.

Philips H11 Low Beam

Empty Bulb Socket

Insert New # H11 Try to avoid touching the glass part of the new halogen bulb with your fingers or anything greasy in the engine bay.

If you do get the new bulb dirty, wipe it clean with a paper towel moistened with rubbing alcohol.

1/4 Turn Clockwise - Lock

Push On Electrical Connector

High Beam - Inner Corner Insert the new # H11low beam bulb in to the socket and rotate it 1/4 turn clockwise to secure it in place.

Push the electrical connector straight on to the base of the new bulb until it clicks securely in to place.

The High Beam bulb is located near the inner corner of the headlight housing.

Base of High Beam Bulb

Press Release Tab

1/4 Turn Counterclockwise Press the release tab on the electrical connector before sliding the plug straight off the base of the old bulb.

High Beam Bulb Removed

Sylvania 9005 Bulb

Empty High Beam Socket Rotate the base of the old high beam bulb 1/4 turn counterclockwise before pulling it straight out of the socket.

Insert New # 9005 Bulb

1/4 Turn Clockwise - Lock

Push On Power Plug Try to avoid touching the glass part of the new halogen bulb with your fingers or anything greasy in the engine bay.

If you do get the new bulb dirty, wipe it clean with a rubbing alcohol moistened paper towel.

Insert the new # 9005high beam bulb in to the socket and rotate it 1/4 turn clockwise to secure it in place.

Push the power plug straight on to the base of the new bulb until it clicks securely in to place.

Turn Signal - Outer Corner

Turn Signal Bulb Socket

1/4 Turn Counterclockwise The Front Turn Signal light bulb is located at the outer corner of the headlight assembly.

Reach in behind the headlight assembly and rotate the grey bulb socket 1/4 turn counterclockwise before pulling it straight out of the housing.

Remove Bulb Socket

Push Down & 1/4 Turn CC

Old # 1157A Bulb Push the old bulb down in to the socket and rotate it 1/4 turn counterclockwise before pulling it straight out.

Push Down & 1/4 Turn C

Re-Insert & 1/4 Turn Clockwise

Test New Headlight Bulbs Push a new amber colored # 1157NAor 1157Adown in to the socket and rotate it 1/4 turn clockwise to secure it in place.

Re-insert the socket in to the headlight housing and rotate it 1/4 turn clockwise to lock it in place.

Test the new light bulbs by turning on the headlights, activating the hazard signals and flashing the high beams.

For more, check out all of my Mazda CX-5 DIY Repair & Maintenance Guides.

Does Mazda CX 5 have LED lights?

Includes most of the same features as the Carbon Edition and adds: LED headlights with signature lighting. LED daytime running lights. LED fog lights.

Can AutoZone change a headlight bulb?

AutoZone can help you replace a burnt-out headlight bulb, but only if you've purchased the new bulb from their company, and only if the replacement doesn't require any vehicle disassembly. Experienced AutoZone employees can help you with a simple replacement—but AutoZone isn't a stand-in for a professional mechanic.

Can I change my headlight bulb myself?

Fortunately, it's often easy to change a headlight. Most of today's halogen high-intensity-discharge (HID) or light-emitting-diode (LED) bulbs are simple to replace. They are held in place by thin wire clips or rotating bayonet-style retainers.

mazda cx headlight bulb replacement