Replacing the light bulb in a Kia Picanto 2 is an extremely repair simple to execute . No need to be a great handyman, it requires basic tools and no knowledge of mechanics. To carry out this replacement, count about 10 minutes . However before you start work, it is necessary to make sure that the malfunction must come from the bulb. We will first see how to know where the malfunction should come from, then how to change the damaged bulb.change-bulb-ceiling-light-Kia-Picanto-2

The ceiling lighting of your Kia Picanto 2 does not work anymore: the different origins.

The bulb is defective . This is naturally the most common cause. Whatever happens, you will have to dismantle the light unit of your Kia Picanto 2. For this, you must follow the steps in the next part. To verify it is extremely simple. In case it is a filament bulb, you can visually check that this filament is broken. In the case where it is an LED bulb, it is necessary to check that the current flows properly by using a voltmeter. Remember to take the voltage on both sides of the connector. An electrical malfunction . It is less frequent, however it can still happen on this Kia Picanto 2. It is possible that there is a short circuit, or that a connector is dirty. In this case, check the voltage at the two poles. In case the current does not pass properly, you will have to follow the wiring until you find the cause of the failure. It is also possible that the connectors are dirty. Then, it will be necessary to clean them with a specialized product and to measure the voltage.

How to replace the light bulb on your Kia Picanto 2

Once you have found the cause of the failure, you are certain that the malfunction must come from the bulb. Let's see how to change the ceiling light bulb point by point on this Kia Picanto 2.

  • Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Introduce it into the groove to make a lever.
  • Remove the connector
  • Disassemble the ceiling light so as to have access to the bulb
  • Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. Naturally, the dimensions and the base must correspond
  • Place the new bulb gently
  • Replace the connectors and the ceiling light in the other direction

You can now turn on the ignition and check that the bulb is working properly. And voila, it's done! The ceiling lamp of your Kia Picanto 2 should work normally. Good road.