Low Temperature or High Temperature Socket when Replacing?

2007 CHEVROLET MALIBU
83,100 MILES • 2.2L • AUTOMATIC
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I drive a 2007 Chevy Malibu LS with L4 engine 2.2L capacity. I am replacing the low beam headlight socket with a new pigtail because my old one either melted or corroded. I need to know whether I should purchase a low or high temperature socket because both are compatible with my car. I use standard halogen H11 bulbs. Which socket do I need? Low or high temperature?
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Jul 10, 2026 at 3:24 PM
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Hello,

I would get he high temperature socket because the bulb gets hot for this application, please what this video to show you how to change it out.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PxA5wczsCVo&t=1s&pp=0gcJCU8LAYcqIYzv

This is not the same car but the procedure is the same. Let me know how it goes


Jul 10, 2026 at 11:33 PM
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