Is it safe for a novice (me) to replace my oxidized headlights

AGNOVICEREPAIR

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2016 HONDA FIT
200,000 MILES

Hello, I own a 2016 Honda fit and my headlights are oxidized to the point where they are extremely foggy. Ive tried cleaning them with a kit but it didn't work so I made the decision to replace them. I looked up a video to see how to do the repair at home and found out that I need to take off the bumper in order to reach the lights. Is it safe (as in my bumper will not be compromised) for me to do at home or should I go to a mechanic

Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 AT 6:28 PM

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MECHTRIX

MECHANIC
382 POSTS

You can do it its not to difficult only takes a few tools if you j8st pay attention and take your time you can do it no problem doesnt mater as long as you try not to break anything just give yourself a little time and youl learn a few things about how things work it will be fine and ita acually a good way to get acquainted with cars and how theyre put together you might suprize yourself I say go for it
Good luck hope this helps.

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Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 AT 6:49 PM

KEN L

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Hmm, it does say you need to remove the bumper? Anyway here is how to remove the headlight lens and bumper if needed. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.

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