How to change a backlight bulb on most cars

The interior lights may not work if the car is dark when the door is open. Dome luminaires require replacement of the bulb or the entire assembly in the event of a breakdown.

Almost all cars are equipped with ceiling lamps. Some manufacturers also sometimes refer to plafonds as plafonds. A backlight is a type of lighting inside a car that usually comes on when a door is opened. The dome light illuminates the interior.

The ceiling light can be located in the headlining in the passenger compartment under the instrument panel in the footwell or on the door. Most of the lampshades in these places have an assembly that holds the light bulb in a socket with a plastic cover.

Most of these assemblies require the plastic cover to be removed to gain access to the bulb. On other models it may be necessary to remove the entire assembly to gain access to the lamp. Below, we will look at the two most common types of lampshade assemblies and the steps required to replace the bulbs in each.

• Attention: It is important to determine if the dome has a removable cover or if the entire assembly will need to be removed to gain access to the dome light. If it is not clear which method is required, please consult a qualified professional to determine which method should be used below.

• A warning: It is important to follow the correct procedure to avoid damage to parts and/or personal injury.

Method 1 of 2: replacing the ceiling light bulb with a removable cover

Necessary materials

• Pliers
• small screwdriver

Step 1: Locate the Dome Light Assembly. Locate the dome light assembly that needs to be replaced.

Step 2 Remove the dome cover.. In order to remove the cover above the ceiling lamp, there is usually a small notch on the cover.

Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and carefully pry up the cover.

Step 3: Remove the light bulb. In some cases, the easiest way to change the light bulb is with your fingers.

Grasp the bulb between your fingers and gently rock it from side to side while tugging on it, being careful not to pinch it hard enough to break it.

• AttentionNote: It may be necessary to use pliers to carefully pry the bulb out of the socket. Be careful not to apply too much pressure on the lamp as this may damage it.

Step 4: Compare the replacement lamp with the old one.. Visually inspect the lamp removed with the replacement lamp.

Both must be the same diameter and have the same type of connection. The part number of most lamps is also printed either on the lamp itself or on the base.

Step 5: Insert replacement light bulb. Once you have determined that you have the correct replacement bulb, carefully place the new bulb in place.

Step 6: Check the operation of the ceiling light. To check the installation of a replacement lamp bulb, either open the door or use the switch to command the light to turn on.

If the indicator is on, the problem has been resolved.

Step 7: Assemble the ceiling. Perform the above steps in reverse order of removing the assembly.

Method 2 of 2: Replacing the light bulb with a non-removable cover

Necessary materials

• Pliers
• Screwdriver assortment
• Socket set

Step 1. Check the location of the incandescent lamp replacement.. Locate the dome light assembly that needs to be replaced.

Step 2 Remove the dome light assembly.. Either lift the assembly out of its place, or there can be any combination of holding hardware that holds it in place.

These can be clips, nuts and bolts or screws. Once all fasteners have been removed, pull out the dome light assembly.

• Attention: If it is not clear what type of equipment is being used, contact a professional to avoid damage.

Step 3: Remove the defective light bulb.. Remove the defective bulb and socket assembly.

Set the assembly aside in a safe place to avoid damage. Remove the light bulb from the socket. This can usually be done by pinching the bulb between your fingers, but in some cases the bulb will get stuck in the socket so careful use of pliers may be required.

Step 4: Compare the replacement lamp with the old lamp. Visually inspect the lamp removed with the replacement lamp.

Both must be the same diameter and have the same type of connection. The part number of most lamps is also printed either on the lamp itself or on the base.

• A warning: Interior lamps are installed differently depending on the manufacturer. Some bulbs are a static fit (push/pull), some screw in and out, and others require you to push down on the bulb and turn it a quarter of a turn counterclockwise to remove it.

Step 5: Install the replacement light bulb.. Install the replacement bulb in the reverse order in which it was removed (push-in/pull type, screw in or quarter turn).

Step 6: Check the operation of the replacement light bulb.. To check the installation of a replacement light bulb, either open the door or turn on the light with the switch.

If the light comes on, then the problem is fixed.

Step 7: Assemble the Light. To assemble the dome, follow the above steps in reverse order in which the assembly was removed.

Most people don't appreciate a working backlight until they really need it, so replace it before the time is right. If at some point you feel that you could do with replacing the ceiling light bulb, contact one of AvtoTachki's certified specialists.