Using direction indicators that are in good condition is a legal requirement. Think about it, not putting a flashing light is liable to 3 point on the permit as well as a traffic ticket . Even if some law enforcement officers are complacent about this at times. It is therefore essential to have indicators in good condition. We will therefore see below how to change the bulb of a indicator of a Toyota Avensis 3, front and rear. It is also possible that the malfunction comes from a short circuit, but it remains rather rare.change-flashing-Toyota-Avensis-3

Toyota Avensis 3: things to know before changing your turn signal

First of all it is important to correctly choose the model of your bulb! In order not to be mistaken, it is advisable to go to a spare parts website or to a mechanic who knows how to select them. Then you will have to think about selecting the right color for the bulb. Thereafter, you will need a tools extremely basic but still essential. You will therefore need a screwdriver for a Toyota Avensis 3. A set of cruciforms and torx and nothing can happen to you. Almost every time, the bulbs are bayonet . In order to remove the defective bulb, you must rotate the bulb a quarter of a turn to the left. In order to install the new bulb, it will therefore be necessary to rotate a quarter turn in the opposite direction.

How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Toyota Avensis 3

There are two main solutions for accessing the turn signals. It depends on the different models, but access can be done either from the outside or from the inside on your Toyota Avensis 3. Access from inside the engine : First, you will need to open the hood. Then, it is necessary to loosen a cover using a screwdriver (often torx) to access the light block. Now that the block is unclipped, remove it and do not hesitate to change your bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect below the wheel to see if the fasteners are there. If this is the case, you will have to undo the hooks and remove the screws with a screwdriver. Subsequently remove the light block from the Toyota Avensis 3 gently from the front. All you have to do is change your bulb and reattach the light block the other way. Exceptionally, on certain cars it is still possible to remove the light block from the outside. But it is rather rare. In the event that this is correct, using a screwdriver you will need to remove the fixings, remove the light block slowly and change your faulty bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Toyota Avensis 3

There are also two main solutions for accessing this turn signal bulb. It can depend on the different types, however access can be done either from inside or outside. Access from inside the trunk : Frequently access can be done from inside the trunk. At the headlight blocks, there are screws and fasteners. Remove them and gently remove the block. Thereafter it is necessary to only change your faulty bulb with the new one. Then repeat this operation in reverse. It is also possible that access is from the outside or through the wheel arch. But it is much less frequent. Whatever happens, you will need to bring your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire headlight unit in order to change your bulb. To reassemble, proceed to the opposite manipulation.