Having turn signals that are in good condition remains mandatory. Think about it, not putting a flashing light is punishable by 3 point on your driver's license as well as a fine . Even if some police officers are from time to time complacent on this point. It is therefore important to have indicators that work correctly. We will therefore see with this article how to replace the bulb of a turn signal for a Volkswagen 411, at the front and the rear. It is also possible that the problem is due to a short circuit, however this is relatively rare.
Volkswagen 411: things to know before replacing its indicator
To begin with, it is essential to properly choose the model of your bulb! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts website or to an auto repairer who knows how to order them for you. Then you will have to think about choosing the right color for the bulb. Then you will need a tools extremely basic but still essential. You will therefore mainly need a screwdriver for a Volkswagen 411. A kit of cruciforms and torxes and you will surely be able to do it. Usually the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to remove the damaged bulb you will have to turn the bulb a quarter of a turn to the left. To install the new bulb, you will then need to turn it a quarter of a turn in the other direction.
How to change the bulb of a front indicator on a Volkswagen 411
There are two different solutions to achieve the turn signals. It depends on the model, however accessibility will be either from the outside or from the inside for this Volkswagen 411. Access from inside the engine : First, you will need to open the hood. Then, you must remove a cover with the help of a screwdriver (most often torx) in order to access the light unit. When the block is unscrewed, remove the latter and it is possible to replace this bulb. Wheel arch access : Inspect underneath the wheel to see if the clips are in this location. If this is what happens, you will have to undo the fasteners and remove the screws using a screwdriver. Then remove the light unit of this Volkswagen 411 delicately from the front. All you have to do is replace your bulb and position the light unit in the other direction. Exceptionally, for some models it is possible to remove the light unit from the outside. But it is relatively rare. If ever this is what happens, with the help of a screwdriver you will have to dismantle the fasteners, remove the light unit quietly and replace your faulty bulb.
How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on a Volkswagen 411
There are also two different solutions to access this turn signal bulb. It depends on the models but the accessibility will be done either from inside or from outside. Access from inside the trunk : Frequently accessibility will be from the trunk. At the level of the headlight blocks, there are screws and fasteners. Take them out and remove the block, being careful. Then you just have to replace that faulty bulb with a new one. Then repeat the same manipulation in the other direction. It is also possible that the accessibility can be from the outside or through the wheel arch. But it is much less common. In any case, you will need to use your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire headlight assembly in order to replace your bulb. To put it in place, perform the opposite manipulation.