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How to Replace Tail Lights

By Shenron on Jul 13, 2010 with Comments 0


Changing the tail light is the easiest task while doing maintenance. However, you will be surprised to know that majority of accidents take place due to the broken tail light bulbs. It is illegal to drive with broken lights. You may receive a citation for that. Here are simple steps to replace the tail lights.

Required Items

  • Clean rag
  • New tail light bulbs
  • Rubber gloves
  • Screwdriver
  • Wire brush

Tail Lights How to Replace Tail Lights

Instructions

  • Switch off your car and set the gear on park. Wear those rubber gloves for protection.
  • You have to locate that how can you access the bulb. In some models you can simply unfasten the screw from outside while in others you might have to unfasten them from inside the truck. Sometimes that white or red plastic cover has knobs, tabs or screws that need to be removed to access the light bulb.
  • Remove the plastic cover by unfastening the screw from outside or from inside the truck, as you car model permits you. Do it carefully – do not damage the cover.
  • Take the bulb away by pushing and turning it simultaneously. You may unscrew the bulb.
  • Once the bulb is removed, take it to auto supply store and get the one exact to the old bulb. Any other type of bulb may not function properly.
  • Take a wire brush and clean the connections properly. Afterwards take a clean rag and wipe off all the dirt or corrosive matters from the aluminum casing. Don’t forget to clean the sockets.
  • Repeat the same process as you did for removing the bulb. Push and turn the bulb simultaneously to get it fixed into the socket. You may have to line the tiny bumps with socket.  Be gentle enough lest you will break the bulb.
  • Replace the plastic cover back. Screw it tightly so that it will not fall away during drive.
  • Once you are done, ask your friend to stand behind the vehicle and step on the brake pedal. Turn on the headlights as well to have a better idea. While stepping on the brake ask your friend to notice the light, if it turns on or not.

Tail lights are as important as the headlights. Tail lights warn the drivers coming behind you and send them signals like your brakes are applied so they have to reduce the speed etc. Proper working tail lights ensure your safety.

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