How to Change a Brake Light

Brake lights turn on every time you hit the brake pedal to slow or stop your car, truck, or SUV. Like any lightbulb, brake lights may burn out over time. You can replace a brake light at home, or rely on the service team at Show Me Auto Mall to help. Either way, taking care of this minor inconvenience is quick and easy. We believe every Harrisonville should know how to change a brake light to avoid an accident or ticket. Read our handy guide on how to replace a brake light!

Steps to Replace Your Vehicle’s Brake Light

If you want to know how to replace a brake light at home, you can follow these easy steps.:

• Find the Correct Bulbs: The first step to take is to figure out what kind of bulbs you need. Check your owner’s manual to see the correct bulb size and voltage for your specific vehicle. Our parts center might have some on hand, or we can order the right part for you.
• Remove Tail Light Housing: Once you have the replacement bulb, you’ll need to remove the colored lens that hides the brake light bulbs, which can be done with a Phillips-head screwdriver. After the cover is out of the way, remove the bad bulb.
• Replace the Brake Light Bulb: Before you install the new brake light bulb, apply a bit of dielectric grease to the metallic end, which prevents corrosion and rust. It also makes it easier to remove the bulb when it’s time to change it again. Put the new bulb in place, reattach the tail light housing, and enjoy driving around the Harrisonville area once again with your brake lights shining bright for all to see.

Why Is Checking Your Tail Lights and Brake Lights Important?

The purpose of tail lights is to signal to other drivers, whether you’re making a turn, preparing to stop, stopping, or reversing. When your car’s tail lights, like your brake lights, don’t function properly, other drivers have no way of knowing what you’re doing next. This is why having a tail light out can lead to you getting a ticket.

Worse, you get into an accident because someone didn’t know you were stopping or turning. Safety is the most important reason for checking your tail lights and making sure to replace a burned-out brake light bulb.

Service Your Vehicle in Harrisonville

If you’d prefer to leave brake light replacements to the professionals, contact us or call 816-887-2886 to schedule a service appointment in Harrisonville. We’re just a short drive from Belton. Our specially trained technicians will have your brake lights functioning again in no time!