Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Tail and Brake Lights

Changing a broken tail or break light can be complicated. Lets simplify it.
The first thing you need to do is visit your local Auto parts store and get the correct bulbs. Then all you will need is a screw or nut driver. This tool looks like a socket but is on a screwdriver handle (your auto parts associate can help you find the correct tool)
All cars have different break/tail lights, so it goes without saying that getting to your break/tail lights will vary from car to car but the process is the same for cars and the same for trucks.
For a truck, you will need to drop your tailgate, there will be two screws where the light is attached to the truck. Remove those two screws with your screw/nut driver. Pull the light fixture out, determine which light is out.
If it is a tail light, turn your lights on, the bulb not lit is the one that needs replaced. If its a break light you'll do the same thing only you will need someone to press the break petal to determine which bulb is out.
Replace the light with the appropriate bulb and reassemble the light fixture on the truck. Be sure you tighten the screws tightly, you don't want the fixture to come off while driving.
For car, you'll need to pop your trunk and pull your carpet away from the side to expose the screws holding the light fixture in. On most cars the light fixtures have simple plugs that hold the light to the car. All you'll need to do is turn the plugs and pull the bulb out. Then change the broken bulbs and replace the plugs, carpet and close your trunk.

Good luck!!

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