Headlight Bulbs--High & Low

Had a low-beam headlight go out, and replaced both sides with regular halogen H-11 bulbs...both sides per Consumer Reports on bulb dimming and keeping the two lights identical. But, when I checked on high/low beams and discovered that high beam is apparently a separate bulb. It was 20 degrees (F) outside when I did the work yesterday, so no dilly-dallying about...was I correct about another bulb? And, so, what is that bulb and is it as much fun to get in/out as the low-beam bulbs?

BTW, a temporary uncoupling of hose going to plastic reservoir on passenger side helped me get that bulb back in with the really short electrical cable connected.

 

Cheryl Root: I found the passenger side headlight replacement difficult until I temporarily disconnected the rubber hose that goes to a plastic reservoir. Using pliers I released the clamp at the reservoir, slid it backward on the hose some, then removed hose. After that I could move my hand enough to get the bulb in and out. Mind you, the cord to the light is very short. A search on the forum will find where a fellow replaced the bulb without the cord and then reattached the cord. I must have tried that with the bulb not seated correctly. I wore "examination" rubber like gloves to protect the bulb. Replace hose/clamp when done and before starting Prius. Good Repairing to you.

 

Clarification: Hose is not removed entirely. Just one end disconnected temporarily. Let it bend out of the way while working on headlight bulb replacement.