{"id":107782,"date":"2024-06-03T23:16:42","date_gmt":"2024-06-04T06:16:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogv2prod.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=107782"},"modified":"2024-06-17T23:47:34","modified_gmt":"2024-06-18T06:47:34","slug":"how-to-change-rear-turn-signal-bulbs-steps-and-faqs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/how-to-change-rear-turn-signal-bulbs-steps-and-faqs\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Change Rear Turn Signal Bulbs: Steps and FAQs"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<html><body><span class=\"span-reading-time rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\">Reading Time: <\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\"> 5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">minutes<\/span><\/span><style>.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_dcba18-a5{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_dcba18-a5 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-1 kadence-column_dcba18-a5 qk-look-widget\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-row ultp-block-6736a7  qk-main-wrap\"><div class=\"ultp-row-wrapper\"><div class=\"ultp-row-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-ultimate-post-column ultp-block-e264ef\"><div class=\"ultp-column-wrapper\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b\"]{text-align:center;font-size:20px;font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-family:Inter;font-weight:500;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"kt-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b summary-title wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_6e7d91-6b\"><span>Summary<\/span><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A faulty tail light is a non-moving violation and a ticketable offense.<\/li><li>To change the bulb sockets, you&rsquo;ll have to remove the tail light assembly (if necessary), remove the old bulb, and then install the new one.<\/li><li>Some signs of a malfunctioning turn signal include an indicator that doesn&rsquo;t blink, getting no response from other drivers, and malfunctioning hazard lights, among others.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>The rear turn signal alerts the driver behind when you&rsquo;re turning, so if its bulb starts to malfunction or dim, don&rsquo;t think twice about changing it. Otherwise, you&rsquo;ll have a hard time communicating with other drivers, increasing the risk of mishaps on the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Change a Rear Turn Signal Bulb<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing the rear turn signal bulb is a relatively simple task, so if you&rsquo;re confident with your auto repair know-how, you can do it yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before starting, it&rsquo;s crucial to know the two main types: wedge-base bulbs and bayonet-base bulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wedge-base bulbs are named as such because the bulb inserts into the socket like a wedge. On the other hand, bayonet bulbs are made of metal, and their tip inserts into the electric connector and is shaped like a cylinder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make sure you get the right bulb type for your ride. Once you have one on hand, you can follow the steps below to get started. Note that the process could vary depending on the vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Put on gloves for protection while you work.<\/li><li><strong>Step 2: <\/strong>Park your vehicle on a flat surface and turn off the engine.<\/li><li><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Open the trunk or rear hatch to access the tail light assembly.<\/li><li><strong>Step 4: <\/strong>Locate the tail light assembly and identify the bulb that needs replacement.<\/li><li><strong>Step 5: <\/strong>If your vehicle requires you to remove the tail light assembly to access the bulb, do it carefully by removing any screws or clips holding the assembly in place.<\/li><li><strong>Step 6: <\/strong>Remove the assembly to access the bulb sockets.<\/li><li><strong>Step 7: <\/strong>Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it from the tail light assembly.<\/li><li><strong>Step 8: <\/strong>Remove the old bulb from the socket before inserting the new one into the same socket.<\/li><li><strong>Step 9: <\/strong>Place the bulb socket back into the tail light assembly and twist it clockwise.<\/li><li><strong>Step 10: <\/strong>Turn your vehicle&rsquo;s headlights and turn signals on to test the new bulb.<\/li><li><strong>Step 11: <\/strong>Once you confirm the bulbs are working, reattach the tail light assembly (if you removed it) to the vehicle using the screws or clips you removed earlier.<\/li><li><strong>Step 12: <\/strong>Close the trunk or rear hatch of the car and dispose of the old bulb.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The way to insert the new bulb into the socket depends on the type of bulb you&rsquo;re using. For wedge-base bulbs, you&rsquo;ll have to push down until you hear a click. On the other hand, you&rsquo;ll need to push and twist bayonet bulbs.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_ca9651-db{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_ca9651-db > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_ca9651-db > 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.kb-image-is-ratio-size{max-width:45px;width:100%;}.wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_bb6830-bb.kb-image-is-ratio-size, .wp-block-kadence-column > .kt-inside-inner-col > .kb-image_bb6830-bb .kb-image-is-ratio-size{align-self:unset;}.kb-image_bb6830-bb figure{max-width:45px;}.kb-image_bb6830-bb .image-is-svg, .kb-image_bb6830-bb .image-is-svg img{width:100%;}.kb-image_bb6830-bb .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_bb6830-bb\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cld.partsimg.com\/image\/upload\/f_auto,dpr_auto,q_auto,c_pad\/carparts\/blog\/widgets\/protip\/services-icon\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img\"><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column_daecf4-1e{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column_daecf4-1e > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column inner-column-2 kadence-column_daecf4-1e pro-tip-item2\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\">\n<div class=\"protip-desc\">\n\t<div class=\"help-tip\">\n\t\t<p><strong>Pro Tips<\/strong> are nuggets of information direct from ASE-certified automobile technicians working with CarParts.com, which may include unique, personal insights based on their years of experience working in the automotive industry. These can help you make more informed decisions about your car.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n    <div class=\"help-caption\">\n        <p>\n            <strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\nSome vehicles have dedicated bulbs for the turn signals and others use the same bulb for both tail lights, stop lights, and turn signals.\n        <\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Change a Busted Rear Turn Signal Bulb Immediately?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once the bulb malfunctions or burns out, you and others can be at risk of an accident. Additionally, a broken <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/tail-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"tail light\">tail light<\/a> is considered a non-moving violation and a ticketable offense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Are the Signs of a Bad Rear Turn Signal Bulb?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/blog\/bad-turn-signal-light-symptoms\/#Finding_a_New_Turn_Signal_Light_for_Your_Vehicle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"symptoms of a bad turn signal\">symptoms of a bad turn signal<\/a> include malfunctioning hazard lights, dim turn signal lights, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carparts.com\/turn-signal-light\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"turn signal lights\">turn signal lights<\/a> that work erratically. These issues indicate that it might be time to replace the turn signal bulb. Most modern vehicles will blink the turn signal very rapidly if a bulb is blown, either on the front or the rear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Common Reasons Why Your Turn Signal Is Malfunctioning<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn signals typically malfunction due to dead light bulbs, a disrupted bulb socket, a broken blink switch, or a blown-out fuse.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{border-top-width:0px;border-right-width:0px;border-bottom-width:0px;border-left-width:0px;}.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column_185378-c4 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column_185378-c4 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