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Replacing the Car Headlight Bulb

Model: Chevrolet Captiva MK 1 - Years 2006-2018
Part: Light bulb

You can change the headlight bulb of your car independently, without needing the help of a specialist. The following guide shows you how to do it. Once you have purchased the new bulb, you can proceed to replace the faulty one. After removing the bulb to be replaced, open the bonnet and unscrew the screws and tab in front of you. Next, unscrew the cap connected to the bulb itself, disconnect it, and replace it with the working one. This procedure is extremely easy and quick to execute.

Updated on 15 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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