Using flashing lights which are in good condition remains compulsory. Remember, forgetting to put a turn signal is punishable by 3 point on the permit as well as a fine . Although some law enforcement officials are sometimes complacent about it. It is therefore important to have flashing lights in good working order. We will now find out how to replace the bulb of a turn signal for a Kia Picanto 2, at the front and the rear. It is also likely that the dysfunction resulted from a false contact, however it is relatively rare.change-flashing-Kia-Picanto-2

Kia Picanto 2: things to know before replacing your turn signal

To begin with, it is wiser to properly select the model of your bulb! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts site or to a professional who will know how to select them. Secondly, you will have to be careful to choose the right color for your bulb. Finally, you will need to use a tools super basic but still necessary. So you will mainly need a screwdriver for a Kia Picanto 2. A set of cruciforms and torx and everything will be doable. Most of the time, the bulbs are bayonet . In order to remove the faulty bulb it will be necessary to turn the bulb a quarter of a turn anti-clockwise. In order to fix the new bulb, it is therefore necessary to turn it a quarter of a turn in the other direction.

How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Kia Picanto 2

There are two main solutions to access the flashing lights. Indeed, it depends on the model, however accessibility can be done either from the outside or from the inside on a Kia Picanto 2. Access from inside the engine : First, you will have to open your hood. And then it is necessary to remove a cover with a screwdriver (usually torx) to access the headlight block. Now that the block is unclipped, remove it and do not hesitate to replace the bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect under the wheel to see if the fasteners are in this location. If this is the case, it is necessary to remove the fasteners and remove the screws with a screwdriver. Secondly, remove the headlight block of this Kia Picanto 2 delicately from the front. Now all you have to do is replace the bulb and position the light unit in the reverse order. Less frequently, on some cars it is likely to remove the headlight assembly from the outside. However, it is relatively rare. If this is the case, with a screwdriver you will have to remove the fasteners, remove the headlight assembly slowly and change the defective bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Kia Picanto 2

There are also two main solutions to access the turn signal bulb. It may depend on the ranges, however accessibility can be done either from the inside or from the outside. Access from inside the trunk : Most of the time, accessibility can be done from the trunk. At the headlight blocks, you will find screws and fasteners. Remove them and gently remove the part. Finally, it is necessary to only replace the defective bulb with the new one. And then repeat this operation in reverse order. It is also likely that accessibility could be from the outside or through the wheel arch. However, it is much less common. Whatever happens, it is necessary to take your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire headlight unit in order to replace your bulb. To reassemble it, perform the opposite procedure.