2011 2017 Hyundai Accent Brake Light Replacement 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Repair Guide

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Moderate

Steps

5

Time Required

                          20 - 25 minutes            

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• Brake Light
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Introduction

The brake light alerts other drivers of whether you are slowing down or stopping the vehicle. It is important to ensure that you have a working brake light because it is a ticketable offense and for safety reasons.

Before using this guide, make sure to turn the car off and to purchase a replacement bulb (Model: Sylvania 2357LL).

Step 1

              Brake Light               

• Open the trunk of the vehicle.

Open the trunk of the vehicle.

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Step 2

• View the side flap for whichever side has the dead bulb. (This is the left side view.)
• Pull the flap up and locate the brake light.
• The flap may need some extra force to open because the cutouts are typically not cut all the way through.

View the side flap for whichever side has the dead bulb. (This is the left side view.)

Pull the flap up and locate the brake light.

The flap may need some extra force to open because the cutouts are typically not cut all the way through.

Step 3

• Twist the socket counterclockwise to gain access to the brake light.

Twist the socket counterclockwise to gain access to the brake light.

Step 4

• Push down slightly and twist the bulb counterclockwise to remove the dead bulb.
• Pay attention to the protrusions located on the bottom of the bulb. You will need to align these protrusions with the socket when inserting the new bulb.

Push down slightly and twist the bulb counterclockwise to remove the dead bulb.

Pay attention to the protrusions located on the bottom of the bulb. You will need to align these protrusions with the socket when inserting the new bulb.

Step 5

• Insert the new bulb into the socket and twist the bulb clockwise to secure it into place.

Insert the new bulb into the socket and twist the bulb clockwise to secure it into place.

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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