Changing the headlight bulb of a Kia Optima 2 Sw is a very manipulation simple to make . There is no need to be an excellent handyman, it requires few tools and no knowledge of mechanics. To perform this replacement, count about 10 minutes . But before starting the repairs, you will have to make sure that the problem comes from the bulb. We will first see how to find out where the problem comes from, then how to change the burnt out bulb.change-bulb-ceiling-Kia-Optima-2-Sw

The ceiling light of your Kia Optima 2 Sw no longer works: various reasons.

The bulb is defective . This is obviously the most common reason. In any case, you will have to remove the lighting unit from your Kia Optima 2 Sw. To do so, you will have to follow the steps in the following paragraph. To check it is very simple. If it's a filament bulb, you can visually check that its filament is broken. If on the other hand it is an LED bulb, it will be necessary to check that the electricity circulates properly using a voltmeter. Try to measure the voltage on the two poles of the connector. An electrical concern . It is less common, however it can still happen on a Kia Optima 2 Sw. It is possible that there is a short-juice, or that a connector is dirty. In this case, inspect the voltage at both poles. If the electricity does not pass properly, you will have to follow the wiring until you find the source of the failure. It is also possible that the connectors are dirty. In this case, it will be necessary to clean them with a specialized product and measure the voltage again.

How to replace the ceiling bulb of your Kia Optima 2 Sw

Now that you have found the cause of the failure, you are certain that the problem came from the bulb. We will see how to change the bulb of the ceiling light step by step on a Kia Optima 2 Sw.

  • Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Pass it in the groove to make a lever.
  • Disconnect the connector
  • Disassemble the ceiling light to access the bulb
  • Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. Obviously, the size and the base must match
  • Carefully place the new bulb
  • Reposition the connectors and the ceiling light in the other direction

You can now switch on the ignition and check that the bulb is working properly. It's good, you're done! The ceiling bulb of your Kia Optima 2 Sw should work normally. Good walk.