Using flashing lights that work remains mandatory. As a reminder, not putting a flashing light is liable to 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Even if certain agents of the law are at times indulgent on this subject. It is therefore necessary to have indicators that work correctly. So we will find out here below how to change the bulb of a turn signal for a Volkswagen Jetta, front and rear. It is sometimes possible that the problem comes from a bad contact, however this is quite rare.change-turn signal-Volkswagen-Jetta

Volkswagen Jetta: things to know before changing your turn signal

First of all, it is wiser to correctly choose the model of your bulb! So as not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts website or to your mechanic who knows how to order them for you. Then you will have to think about selecting the right color for your bulb. Then you will need a tools extremely simple but still essential. You will therefore need a screwdriver for a Volkswagen Jetta. A set of cruciforms and torxes and you are bound to be able to do it. In the majority of cases, the bulbs are bayonet . In order to remove the defective bulb, you will need to turn the bulb a quarter of a turn counterclockwise. In order to put the new bulb, it is then necessary to turn a quarter of a turn in the opposite direction.

How to change the bulb of a front turn signal on a Volkswagen Jetta

There are two main ways to get to the turn signals. It depends on the model, however access can be done either from the outside or from the inside for your Volkswagen Jetta. Access from inside the engine : To start, you'll have to open your hood. Then, it is necessary to loosen the cover with a screwdriver (regularly torx) to access the headlight unit. Once the block is unscrewed, remove it and it is possible to change this bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect the underside of the wheel to see if the clips are in this location. If this is what happens, it is necessary to remove the fasteners and remove the screws with a screwdriver. Then remove the headlight block of the Volkswagen Jetta slowly from the front. All you have to do is change your bulb and position the unit by following the reverse procedure. More rarely, for some models it is still possible to remove the headlight unit from the outside. However, it is quite rare. If this is what happens, with a screwdriver you will have to disassemble the fasteners, remove the headlight assembly slowly and change your defective bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Volkswagen Jetta

There are also two main ways to access this turn signal bulb. It depends on the models but the access can be done either from the inside or from the 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 possible that the access can be from the outside or under the wheel arch. However, it is much rarer. In all cases, it is necessary to use your screwdrivers and remove, being careful, the entire light unit in order to change your bulb. To reassemble it, do the opposite.