Question about passenger headlight replacement

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Care, Maintenance & Troubleshooting' started by mimi-carnassis, Mar 8, 2025 at 5:57 PM.

  1. mimi-carnassis

    mimi-carnassis New Member

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    Seattle, WA
    Vehicle:
    2011 Prius
    Model:
    III
    Hey yall! Prius newbie here.

    Earlier today I replaced the passenger low-beam headlight bulb on my second-hand 2011 gen 3. (H11 bulb if that matters)
    As it seems many have experienced, it was a doozy. :confused:

    I'm fairly certain I've done it correctly, based on hearing the right clicks into place + comparing the connection visually against the driver-side headlight. Connection feels secure as well.
    driver side:


    passenger side:


    The only thing is that when I have the headlights on, I see some light emanating out from the connection seal. I'm wondering if this will cause me any trouble?


    The driver-side bulb does not do the same. And unfortunately I hadn't ever peeked in here before the old bulb died, so not sure if this was happening before.

    Thanks so much in advance!