Changing the light bulb of a Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable is a super operation easy to execute . There is no need to be an excellent mechanic, it requires few tools and no mechanical knowledge. To make this replacement, count ten minutes . But before you get started, you're going to have to make sure that the problem must come from the bulb. We will find out first how to know where the problem is coming from, then how to change the failed bulb.change-bulb-ceiling-Toyota-Prius-3-Rechargeable

The overhead lighting on your Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable no longer works: the different origins.

The bulb is defective . This is obviously the most common reason. In all cases, you will need to remove the light unit from your Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable. To do this, you will need to follow the steps in the next section. To control it is super easy. 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, you will have to check that the electricity circulates properly thanks to a voltmeter. Remember to measure the voltage on both sides of the connector. An electrical problem . It is less frequent, however it can still happen on this Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable. It happens that there is a short circuit, or that a connector is dirty. In this situation, inspect the tension at both ends. If the electricity does not pass properly, you will have to follow the electric wires until you see the cause of the failure. It also happens that the connectors are dirty. So, we will have to clean them with a specialized product and measure the voltage again.

How to replace the ceiling light bulb on your Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable

Now that you have found the cause of the failure, you are sure that the problem must come from the bulb. We will see how to change the bulb of the ceiling light point by point on this Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable.

  • Remove the ceiling light using a flat screwdriver. Introduce it into the groove to make a lever.
  • Disconnect the connector
  • Disassemble the ceiling light so as to have access to the bulb
  • Remove the bulb and compare it to the new one. Obviously, the dimensions and the base must match
  • Attach the new bulb carefully
  • 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 light bulb of your Toyota Prius 3 Rechargeable will work normally. Good road.