Changing the light bulb of a Kia Carens 2 is a very operation easy to execute . No need to be an excellent mechanic, it requires basic tools and no mechanical knowledge. To make this replacement, plan ten minutes . But before embarking on repairs, it is necessary to make sure that the malfunction is from the bulb. We will first find out how to know where the problem came from, then how to change the burnt out bulb.
The ceiling bulb of your Kia Carens 2 no longer works: various causes.
The bulb is defective . This is of course the most common cause. Whatever happens, you will have to remove the light unit from your Kia Carens 2. In order to do this, it is necessary to follow the steps in the next part. To check it is very easy. When it is a filament bulb, you can visually check that this filament is broken. When on the other hand it is an LED bulb, it is necessary to check that the current circulates correctly by using a voltmeter. Remember to take the voltage on both sides of the connector. An electrical malfunction . This is less common, however it can still happen on a Kia Carens 2. There may be a short juice, or a connector is dirty. In this case, examine the voltage at both poles. When the current does not flow properly, you must follow the wiring until you find the source of the fault. The connectors may also be dirty. In this case, you will have to clean them with a specialized product and re-measure the tension.
How to replace the light bulb on your Kia Carens 2
Once you have found the cause of the failure, you are certain that the malfunction originated in the bulb. We will see how to change the ceiling light bulb step by step on a Kia Carens 2.
- Remove the ceiling lamp using a flat screwdriver. Pass it in the groove to leverage.
- 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. Naturally, the dimensions and the base must correspond
- Carefully place the new bulb
- Replace 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 Carens 2 will work normally. Enjoy the road.