CDN_Explorer
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Sorry if this is a new thread but I couldn't find the previous one anymore where someone had started it and mentioned that they didn't know how to replace the second row bulbs. I just swapped mine tonight!
Here is the DIY
(This is how I did it, which doesn't mean there is no other way. All I needed was 2 screw drivers)
The front dome lights:
With a flat head screw driver pop out the clear plastic gently. It will be a bit reluctant to come out but it will come off all the way without forcing it.
I then proceeded with removing the aluminum "foil." It is very thin so be careful not to bend it out of shape too much.
Once it's off you'll have easy access to pull the bulb out.
IMPORTANT! Before putting the LED bulb in, put the foil back in place, otherwise it won't fit over the bulb.
Once the foil is in, inset the bulb and test it. If it doesn't, flip the bulb.
Once they are both in, you can clip the plastic back in and voila!
The rear ones are EASIER!
Under the flip out coat hanger you'll find a screw, see below:
Once the screw is out, the assembly will come out:
The bulb is located in the side of the housing. To remove it, simply twist the bulb assembly 45 degrees and it pops out:
put it all back in, and this is the result:
I also replaced the license plate lights, which is so simple, it's pretty much self explanatory, but if anyone is in doubt, don't hesitate to ask.
Here is the DIY
(This is how I did it, which doesn't mean there is no other way. All I needed was 2 screw drivers)
The front dome lights:
With a flat head screw driver pop out the clear plastic gently. It will be a bit reluctant to come out but it will come off all the way without forcing it.
I then proceeded with removing the aluminum "foil." It is very thin so be careful not to bend it out of shape too much.
Once it's off you'll have easy access to pull the bulb out.
IMPORTANT! Before putting the LED bulb in, put the foil back in place, otherwise it won't fit over the bulb.
Once the foil is in, inset the bulb and test it. If it doesn't, flip the bulb.
Once they are both in, you can clip the plastic back in and voila!
The rear ones are EASIER!
Under the flip out coat hanger you'll find a screw, see below:
Once the screw is out, the assembly will come out:
The bulb is located in the side of the housing. To remove it, simply twist the bulb assembly 45 degrees and it pops out:
put it all back in, and this is the result:
I also replaced the license plate lights, which is so simple, it's pretty much self explanatory, but if anyone is in doubt, don't hesitate to ask.