Using working indicators is a legal requirement. Remember, not putting a flashing light is liable to 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Although some law enforcement officials are at times lenient on this point. It is therefore important to have indicators that work properly. We will therefore find out below how to replace the bulb of a indicator of a Jeep Patriot, front and rear. It is sometimes likely that the problem comes from a false contact, but it remains relatively rare.change-flashing-Jeep-Patriot

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Above all, it is wiser to choose the correct bulb model! In order not to be mistaken, it is advisable to go to a spare parts site or to your mechanic who knows how to select them. In the second step, it is necessary to think about choosing the right color for your bulb. Thereafter, you will need to use a tools extremely simple but nevertheless essential. You will need a screwdriver for a Jeep Patriot. A cruciform and torx kit and nothing can happen to you. Generally, the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to dismantle the defective bulb, the bulb must be turned a quarter of a turn to the left. In order to install the new bulb, it is necessary to rotate it a quarter of a turn in the other direction.

How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Jeep Patriot

There are two different ways to access the flashing lights. It depends on the different models, but access can be done either from the outside or from the inside on your Jeep Patriot. Access from inside the engine : First, you have to open your hood. Then, it is necessary to remove the cover with the help of a screwdriver (most often torx) in order to access the headlight unit. When the block is unscrewed, remove it and do not hesitate to replace the bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect under the wheel to see if the clips are there. When this is happening, you have to undo the hooks and remove the screws with the help of your screwdriver. Then remove the headlight block from the Jeep Patriot gently from the front. It is now enough to replace your bulb and reattach the light block in the opposite direction. Less frequently, on some models it is likely to replace the headlight unit from the outside. But it is relatively rare. When this is happening, with the help of a screwdriver you will need to remove the fasteners, remove the headlight block quietly and change your defective bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Jeep Patriot

There are also two different ways to access this turn signal bulb. It depends on the models, however access can be done either from the inside or from the outside. Access from inside the trunk : Almost every time access can be done from inside the trunk. For these light blocks, you will find screws and fasteners. Take them out and remove the block, being careful. Thereafter it is necessary to simply replace the defective bulb with a new one. Then repeat this operation in reverse. It also remains likely that access is from the outside or through the wheel arch. But it is much rarer. Whatever happens, you need to bring your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire light unit in order to replace this bulb. To put it in place, do the opposite.