Having working indicators remains an obligation of the law. Think about it, forgetting to put a flashing light is punishable by 3 point on the permit as well as a fine . Although some law enforcement officials are regularly sympathetic to this matter. It is therefore essential to have indicators that work properly. We will find out below how to change the bulb of a flashing light on an Opel Mokka, front and rear. It is also likely that the problem comes from a false contact, however it is rather rare.change-flashing-Opel-Mokka

Opel Mokka: things to know before changing your indicator

To start with it is wiser to choose the right type of bulb! In order not to be mistaken, we advise you to go to a spare parts site or to your professional who can select them. In the second step you must think about selecting the right color for your bulb. Finally, you will need a tools super basic but still essential. You will therefore mainly need a screwdriver for an Opel Mokka. A cruciform and torx game and nothing can happen to you. In most cases, the bulbs are at bayonet . In order to dismantle the faulty bulb, you will have to turn it by a quarter of a turn anticlockwise. To fix the new bulb, it is therefore necessary to turn a quarter turn in the opposite direction.

How to change the bulb of a front indicator on an Opel Mokka

There are two main ways to access the turn signals. It depends on the models, however access can be done either from the outside or from the inside on this Opel Mokka. Access from inside the engine : First, you will need to open the hood. And then, you must loosen a cover using a screwdriver (frequently torx) in order to access the headlight unit. As soon as the block is unscrewed, remove it and you can change this bulb. Wheel arch access : Check under the wheel to see if the clips are there. If this is happening, it is necessary to disassemble the fixings and remove the screws using a screwdriver. Then remove the headlight block from the Opel Mokka gently from the front. All you have to do is change your bulb and reattach the light block by following the reverse procedure. Exceptionally, on some models it is likely to replace the headlight unit from the outside. Nevertheless it is rather rare. If this is what is happening, using a screwdriver you will need to remove the fixings, remove the headlight block quietly and replace your faulty bulb.

How to change the bulb of a rear indicator on an Opel Mokka

There are also two main ways to access the turn signal bulb. It can depend on the different types but access can be done either from the inside or from the outside. Access from inside the trunk : Frequently access can be done from the trunk. For these light blocks, there are screws and fixings. Remove them and remove the piece gently. Finally you only need to replace this faulty 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 through the wheel arch. However, it is much less frequent. In all cases, it is necessary to bring your screwdrivers and gently remove the entire block of lights in order to change this bulb. To set it up, take the opposite approach.