Using flashing lights that are in good condition remains a legal requirement. As a reminder, not putting a flashing light is liable to 3 point on the permit as well as a fine . Even if some law enforcement officers are sometimes lenient on this subject. It therefore remains essential to have flashing lights that work properly. We will therefore find out below how to replace the bulb of a turn signal for a Toyota 4runner, front and rear. It is sometimes possible that the malfunction comes from a short circuit, however it is relatively exceptional.
Toyota 4runner: things to know before replacing your turn signal
Firstly it is wiser to choose the right type of bulb! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts website or to a mechanic who knows how to select them. Secondly, be careful to choose the right color for your bulb. Thereafter, you will need to use a tools very simple but nevertheless essential. You will therefore mainly need a screwdriver for a Toyota 4runner. A game of cruciform and torx and you will be able to do it. Almost every time, the bulbs are bayonet . In order to be able to dismantle the faulty bulb, you will have to turn it a quarter of a turn to the left. In order to fix the new bulb, you will therefore have to turn a quarter of a turn in the opposite direction.
How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Toyota 4runner
There are two main solutions to access the turn signals. It depends on the models, however access can be done either from the outside or from the inside on your Toyota 4runner. Access from inside the engine : First, you are going to have to open your hood. And then, you must unscrew the cover using a screwdriver (frequently torx) to access the light block. When the unit is unclipped, remove it and do not hesitate to replace the bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect below the wheel to see if the clips are there. If that's right, you will need to remove the hooks and remove the screws with a screwdriver. Second remove the light block from the Toyota 4runner gently from the front. You just need to replace the bulb and reattach the light block in reverse. Less frequently, on certain models it is still possible to remove the light block from the outside. But it is relatively rare. If that's right, using a screwdriver you will need to remove the fixings, gently remove the light unit and replace the burnt out bulb.
How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Toyota 4runner
There are also two main solutions for accessing your turn signal bulb. It can depend on the models but access can be done either from the inside or from the outside. Access from inside the trunk : In most of the cases the access can be done from the trunk. For these light blocks, there are screws and fixings. Remove them and remove the part, being careful. Then you simply have to replace the burnt out bulb with a new one. And then repeat this operation in the other direction. It also remains possible that access is from the outside or under the wheel arch. But it is much less frequent. In all cases, you will need to use your screwdriver and carefully remove the entire headlight assembly in order to replace the bulb. To reassemble, proceed to the opposite step.