Changing the overhead light bulb of a Jeep Patriot is an extremely simple to perform . No need to be an excellent handyman, it requires few tools and no knowledge of mechanics. To carry out this operation, count ten minutes . But before starting the repairs, it is necessary to make sure that the problem must be with the bulb. We will first of all find out how to find out where the problem must be coming from, and then how to change the damaged bulb.
The ceiling light of your Jeep Patriot no longer works: various causes.
The bulb is defective . This is of course the most common reason. In all cases, you will need to remove the light assembly from the Jeep Patriot. To do this, it is necessary to follow the steps in the next part. To check it is extremely simple. If it is a filament bulb, you can visually check that this filament is broken. If, on the other hand, it is an LED bulb, it is necessary to check that the electricity is circulating correctly using a voltmeter. Try to take the tension on both sides of the connector. An electrical problem . It is less common, however it can still happen on a Jeep Patriot. It is possible that there is a short juice, or that a connector is dirty. In this situation, inspect the tension at both ends. If the electricity does not pass properly, you must follow the electrical wires until you see the source of the failure. It is also possible that the connectors are dirty. In this case, you will have to clean them using a specialized product and measure the voltage again.
How to replace the ceiling light bulb on your Jeep Patriot
Once you have found the cause of the failure, you are sure that the problem must come from the bulb. Let's see how to change the light bulb step by step on a Jeep Patriot.
- Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Introduce it into the groove to make a lever.
- Disconnect the connector
- Dismount the ceiling lamp in order to access the bulb
- Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. It is of course necessary that the dimensions and the base correspond
- Attach the new bulb gently
- Reposition the connectors and the ceiling light in the opposite direction
You can now switch on the ignition and check that the bulb is working properly. And voila, it's done! Your Jeep Patriot's dome light bulb should work normally. Good road.