Using flashing lights which are in good condition remains compulsory. Remember, forgetting to put a turn signal is punishable by 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Although some police officers are sometimes benevolent about it. It is therefore essential to have flashing lights that work correctly. We will see in this article how to change the bulb of a Kia Rio 4 indicator, front and rear. It is sometimes possible that the problem comes from a short circuit, however it is rather rare.change-flashing-Kia-Rio-4

Kia Rio 4: things to know before changing your turn signal

First of all, it is important to choose the right type of bulb! In order not to be mistaken, it is advisable to go to a spare parts website or to your mechanic who will be able to select them. Then you will have to think about choosing the right color for the bulb. Finally, you will need a tools very simple but still essential. You will therefore mainly need a screwdriver for a Kia Rio 4. A cruciform and torx kit and everything will be doable. In most cases, the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to remove the broken bulb, you must turn the bulb a quarter of a turn to the left. In order to fit the new bulb, it is necessary to turn a quarter of a turn in the other direction.

How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Kia Rio 4

There are two main ways to access the flashing lights. It depends on the different models, however accessibility can be done either from the outside or from the inside on this Kia Rio 4. Access from inside the engine : First of all, you have to open your hood. Then, you have to remove the cover with the help of a screwdriver (often torx) to access the headlight unit. Now that the block is unclipped, remove the latter and it is possible to change the bulb. Wheel arch access : Check under the wheel to see if the clips are in this location. When this is correct, it is necessary to disassemble the fasteners and remove the screws using a screwdriver. Then remove the headlight unit of the Kia Rio 4 gently from the front. Now all you have to do is change the bulb and put the unit back in the opposite direction. Less frequently, on some cars it is possible to remove the headlight unit from the outside. However, it is rather rare. When this is correct, with the help of a screwdriver you will have to remove the fasteners, remove the headlight assembly slowly and replace the faulty bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Kia Rio 4

There are also two main ways to access the turn signal bulb. It may depend on the models, however accessibility can be done either from inside or from outside. Access from inside the trunk : Frequently accessibility can be done from the trunk. Regarding the light blocks, you will find screws and fasteners. Take them out and remove the room, being careful. Finally, you just have to replace the faulty bulb with a new one. Then repeat the same manipulation in the other direction. It is also possible for accessibility to be from the outside or under the wheel arch. However, it is much rarer. Whatever happens, it is necessary to take your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire headlight unit in order to change your bulb. To reassemble it, follow the opposite procedure.