Having turn signals that work remains mandatory. As a reminder, not putting on a flashing light is liable to 3 point on the permit as well as a fine . Although some law enforcement officers are at times lenient on this subject. It is therefore essential to have the turn signals in good working order. We will see below how to replace the bulb of a turn signal for a Toyota Supra Mkiv, front and rear. It is sometimes possible that the concern comes from a false contact, but it is quite rare.
Toyota Supra Mkiv: things to know before replacing your turn signal
First of all, it is essential to correctly choose the model of your bulb! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts website or to a professional who will know how to select them. Secondly, you will have to be careful to select the right color for the bulb. Subsequently, you will need to use a tools very simple but still necessary. You will therefore need a screwdriver for a Toyota Supra Mkiv. A set of cruciforms and torxes and everything will be doable. Almost every time, the bulbs are bayonet . In order to remove the damaged bulb you must turn the bulb a quarter of a turn counterclockwise. In order to fit the new bulb, you have to turn it a quarter of a turn in the opposite direction.
How to change the bulb of a front turn signal on a Toyota Supra Mkiv
There are two different ways to access the flashing lights. It depends on the different models, but access can be done either from the outside or from the inside for a Toyota Supra Mkiv. Access from inside the engine : First, you have to open the hood. And then, it will be necessary to loosen a cover with a screwdriver (generally torx) in order to access the light unit. Once the block is unscrewed, remove it and feel free to replace this bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect underneath the wheel to see if the fasteners are in this location. If that's it, you have to undo the fasteners and remove the screws with the help of your screwdriver. Secondly, slowly remove the headlight assembly from the Toyota Supra Mkiv from the front. You simply need to replace the bulb and reattach the block by following the reverse procedure. More rarely, for some cars it is possible to remove the light unit from the outside. But it is quite rare. If this is correct, with a screwdriver it will be necessary to remove the fasteners, remove the light unit slowly and replace the faulty bulb.
How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Toyota Supra Mkiv
There are also two different ways to access the turn signal bulb. This may depend on the models, however access can be done either from the inside or from the outside. Access from inside the trunk : Most of the time, access can be done from inside the boot. For these headlight blocks there are screws and fasteners. Remove them and set the part down gently. Subsequently, it will only be necessary to replace this faulty bulb with a new one. And then redo the same manipulation in the other direction. It is also possible that the access can be from the outside or through the wheel arch. But it is much rarer. Whatever happens, you must use your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire headlamp assembly to replace your bulb. To reassemble it, reverse the procedure.