Having turn signals that are in good condition is mandatory. Think about it, omitting a flashing light is punishable by 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Even if certain police officers are sometimes accommodating on this subject. It is therefore important to have indicators working properly. We will therefore find out in this article how to replace the bulb of a Toyota Iq indicator, at the front and rear. It is sometimes likely that the malfunction is due to a short circuit, however this remains relatively exceptional.
Toyota Iq: things to know before replacing your turn signal
Above all, it is essential to choose the right bulb model! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts site or to a professional who will be able to order them for you. Then you have to think about selecting the right color for the bulb. Finally, you will need a tools extremely simple but still essential. You will need a screwdriver for a Toyota Iq. A game of cruciform and torx and you will be able to do it. In most cases, the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to dismantle the faulty bulb, you will have to turn it a quarter of a turn anti-clockwise. To install the new bulb, it must therefore be turned a quarter of a turn in the opposite direction.
How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Toyota Iq
There are two different ways to access the turn signals. It depends on the models, however access can be done either from the outside or from the inside for your Toyota Iq. Access from inside the engine : First of all, you have to open your hood. And then, you will have to unscrew a cover with a screwdriver (usually torx) in order to access the light block. When the unit is unclipped, remove it and you can replace the bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect below the wheel to see if the clips are there. If this is correct, remove the clips and remove the screws with a screwdriver. Then remove the light block of this Toyota Iq slowly from the front. You just need to replace the bulb and position the block following the reverse procedure. Exceptionally, for some models it is likely to replace the light block from the outside. However, it is relatively rare. If ever this is right, with a screwdriver you will have to remove the fixings, gently remove the light unit and replace the defective bulb.
How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Toyota Iq
We can also find two different ways to access your turn signal bulb. It depends on the different types 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 safe. Regarding the headlight units, there are screws and fixings. Remove them and lay the piece gently. Finally you will just have to replace the defective bulb with the new one. And then repeat this operation in the other direction. It is also likely that access can be from the outside or under the wheel arch. However, it is much rarer. In all cases, you must bring your screwdriver and remove, paying careful attention to the entire headlight unit in order to replace your bulb. To reassemble, carry out the reverse procedure.