Changing the ceiling light bulb on a Kia Sorento 2 is a super manipulation simple to make . No need to be an excellent mechanic, this repair requires basic tools and no mechanical knowledge. To do this, plan ten minutes . However before starting the repairs, you will have to make sure that the problem comes from the bulb. We will find out first how to know where the problem is coming from, then how to change the defective bulb.
The ceiling lighting of your Kia Sorento 2 no longer works: the different reasons.
The bulb is defective . This is of course the most common reason. In all cases, you will have to remove the lighting unit from the Kia Sorento 2. In order to do this, you will have to follow the steps in the next section. To control it it's super simple. If it is 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 current flows correctly using a voltmeter. Try to measure the voltage on both sides of the connector. An electrical concern . It's less ordinary, but it can still happen on a Kia Sorento 2. It is possible that there is a short-juice, or that a connector is dirty. In this case, check the tension at both ends. If the current does not flow correctly, you must follow the wiring until you perceive the source of the failure. It is also possible that the connectors are dirty. In this case, it will be necessary to clean them using a specialized product and measure the voltage again.
How to replace the light bulb on your Kia Sorento 2
Once you have found the source of the failure, you are certain that the problem comes from the bulb. Let's see how to change the light bulb step by step on a Kia Sorento 2.
- Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Insert it into the groove to pry.
- Remove the connector
- Disassemble the ceiling light to access the bulb
- Remove the bulb and compare it with the new one. It is of course necessary that the dimensions and the base are identical
- Attach the new bulb gently
- Replace the connectors and the dome following the reverse procedure
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 Sorento 2 will work normally. Good walk.