Having working flashing lights is mandatory. Remember, not putting a flashing light is punishable by 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Although some police officers are sometimes lenient on this point. It is therefore essential to have flashing lights in good condition. We will now see how to replace the bulb of a turn signal for a Kia Sorento 3, at the front and the rear. It is also likely that the problem stems from a bad contact, however this is quite exceptional.
Kia Sorento 3: things to know before replacing your turn signal
First of all, it is essential to properly select the type of bulb! In order not to be mistaken, it is advisable to go to a spare parts site or to an auto repairer who will be able to order them for you. Then you will have to be careful to select the right color for your bulb. Then you will need to use a tools super basic but still essential. You will therefore mainly need a screwdriver for a Kia Sorento 3. A cruciform and torx kit and everything will be doable. Generally, the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to be able to remove the damaged bulb, you must turn the bulb a quarter of a turn to the left. In order to fix the new bulb, you must then turn it a quarter of a turn in the opposite direction.
How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Kia Sorento 3
There are two main ways to access the flashing lights. It depends on the different models, however access can be done either from the outside or from the inside for your Kia Sorento 3. Access from inside the engine : To begin with, you will have to open the hood. Then, it is necessary to remove the cover with the help of a screwdriver (often torx) in order to access the light unit. When the block is unscrewed, remove it and do not hesitate to replace this bulb. Wheel arch access : Look below the wheel to see if the fasteners are there. When that's it, you have to remove the hooks and remove the screws with the help of your screwdriver. Then remove the light block from the Kia Sorento 3 delicately from the front. All you have to do is replace the bulb and reattach the block in the reverse order. Less frequently, for some models it is likely to remove the light unit from the outside. But it is quite rare. When it is correct, with the help of a screwdriver it will be necessary to remove the fasteners, remove the light unit slowly and change the defective bulb.
How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Kia Sorento 3
There are also two main ways to access your turn signal bulb. It depends on the different types but the access can be done either from inside or from outside. Access from inside the trunk : Frequently access can be done from inside the safe. For these headlight blocks you will find screws and fasteners. Remove them and remove the block slowly. Then it is necessary to just change this defective bulb with a new one. Then repeat this operation in the other direction. It is also likely that the access could be from the outside or under the wheel arch. But it is much rarer. In any case, you must have your screwdrivers and carefully remove the entire light unit in order to replace your bulb. To set it up, do the opposite.