How To Change a Brake Light

Car brake lights


Your brake lights certainly get in a good workout as you navigate Omaha and Lincoln! In fact, your brake lights flip on to warn other drivers on the road every time you stop or slow down. But if your brake lights aren’t shining as brightly as they should be, learning how to change a brake light is surprisingly easy—even for the car repair novice. Find out how changing your brake lights as part of your car’s routine maintenance can help you stay safe, and then stop by Sid Dillon Mazda for the parts, accessories, and tools you need for the job!

How To Change a Brake Light: Step by Step

Changing a brake light is not complicated, and the team at Sid Dillon Mazda is here for you every step of the way. Whether you need help finding the right bulbs or popping off the housings, just let us know. Here are the steps of how to change a brake light on most vehicles:

  • Find the Correct Bulbs: First, what kind of bulbs do you need? You can either check your owner’s manual or ask our specialists for assistance. You’ll need to find both the correct bulb size and the voltage for your make and model.
  • Remove Tail Light Housing: Next, you’ll need to pop off the tail light housing to install your new bulb. The housing is the colored lens that shields the bulbs, and you can remove it with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Once it’s out of the way, remove the old bulb.
  • Replace the Brake Light Bulb: Grab your replacement bulb and add a little dielectric grease to the end. Not only does this make for easier installation, but it prevents corrosion. Then screw the new bulb in place, reattach the tail light housing, and test out your new brake light!

What’s the Importance of Checking Your Tail Lights?

If your brake lights or tail lights are burnt out or too dim, it’s important to get them replaced as soon as possible. Why are tail lights so important? Your tail lights convey important information to other drivers in Blair: when you’re turning, when you’re slowing down, and when you’re preparing to brake. When your tail lights burn out, you can’t communicate this vital information with other drivers on the road. Plus, police can issue a fix-it ticket if they notice that your equipment is no longer functioning.

Visit Sid Dillon Mazda for Your Automotive Care Needs

Whether you want help picking out replacement bulbs or you want a full inspection from our experts, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Sid Dillon Mazda. We’re located in Fremont but you can also contact us online at any time with your questions. Feel free to schedule your next service online!



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