Why replace your cars bulbs?
Ensuring your vehicle's lights are working correctly is critical for your own safety and also other road users as it allows you to be able to see and help others to see you.
A blown bulb will also result in an MOT failure, so make sure you check your lights before taking your vehicle in for its annual MOT test.
How to check your car bulbs
Checking that your vehicle's lights are in good operational condition should form part of your regular vehicle maintenance check.
Headlamps should be cleaned and have all dirt removed to provide optimum light output when driving.
When driving in wintry conditions, you should clean any snow off your lights before starting your journey so that other drivers can see you clearly.
Ask a friend or partner to help you check brake lights and indicator lights by observing the lights while you apply the brake pedal and indicators respectively.
When do you know your Bulbs need replacing
It’s not always immediately obvious when your cars bulbs blow. If visibility seems poor or other road users flash their lights at you, check your bulbs are operating correctly as they may be trying to warn you about bulb failure.
If you can hear one of your indicators blinking faster than usual, it means there is a fault or the indicator bulb has blown. You should try to rectify this as soon as possible as other road users won’t be able to see you turning.
You should try to replace your bulbs in pairs. If a bulb has blown and it is one of a pair of lights replacing both will give consistent light output.
When Replacing Car Bulbs
Replacing blown car bulbs can be a fiddly business, particular on some vehicle models where the bulb housing is located in close proximity to other engine components. At all First Stop Partners we have experienced fitters that can supply replacement bulbs suitable for your vehicle and fit these for you, saving you the time and trouble.
Remember, if you are in any doubt, or find that you have a blown or faulty bulb, pop into your nearest First Stop Partner where there trained staff can supply, fit and align replacement bulbs for you.