I have the same van and exact same problems. The way you go through each step is so clear, and answered every question I had, you're a natural teacher. Thanks so much, extremely helpful.
Thank you. This was explained very well. I'm not that car savvy, but was able to get through it without any pain. I have the same exact vehicle. These vans are great.
Most helpful part for me was 1:57-2:12. A simple procedure but frustrating if you don't know how it works. Used a screwdriver to push the tab. Also, "squeeze here and wiggle" was very helpful.
Thank You....I have a 2004 Town and Country and the assembly is the same. I was concerned that I would have to replace the entire light module. Your instructions were clear and helpful
Thank you. I was struggling with how to open the wire connector. I might suggest updating the title of the video to say "Includes electrical connector". Some of the others do not even address it!
Thanks for the info! I reminded myself (I think I read this before and did it once before but that was a while ago) of the process and it was very simple. I unlocked the red lock but the wiring did not want to separate and I wasn't wiling to risk breaking anything. I could remove the cap and remove the dead turn signal and install a new one without removing the wiring from the light housing. All good for now. Much appreciate the time and effort of making a good instructible on the subject. I am curious what 'bulb spray' is. Is that an electrical contact cleaner?
2:16 To easily remove the sockets that contain the light bulbs, take a flat head screwdriver and press it against one of the socket tabs in a horizontal manner. This will loosen the tab and you can easily remove the entire socket assembly. You may need to press in the tab on the other side, but that's not always the case. Another method is while pressing horizontally against the socket assembly tab slightly press upward.
Nice. I had problems pushing the red clip back into LOCK position though, so I just left it unlocked. presumably unless I'm traveling over SUPER bumpy roads, it *should* be fine, right? Thanks for the video!
Video is super duper helpful and really great. But you do need to definitely pull out the cord before replacing the bulb or it will blow out the fuse like it did for me.
0:48 A pair of regular pliers works fantastic to remove the pins that keep the tail light assembly connected to the car. Simply attach the pliers' teeth to the round part of the pin and pull horizontally. The pin my resist a bit if it hasn't been removed in a long time (or ever), but it will eventually come out.
A blown fuse is going to take down a "system", like both head lights, all instrument lights, both brake lights, etc. If a single light is out, it's likely the bulb. Typically the flash rate will change if you have a bad turn signal bulb. All things connected to a fuse will be out. It's pretty easy to pull the tail light and look at the bulbs. In newer cars they will have LED lights (which go bad and you can't usually see they have failed), but in older cars the bulbs still have filaments like incandescent light bulbs and you can usually see if the filament is broke. May have to tap on the bulb to make the broken filament wiggle.
My problem is that the blinker bulb keeps popping out just enough that it will quit blinking until I take it back apart and put the bulb back in,then it last a few minutes and pop out just enough where it won't blink again. Help,driving me insane.
Not sure I fully understand your explanation, but it sounds like the bulb is not fitting tight in the socket. Maybe a thin sliver of plastic or small piece of electrical tape applied to the bulb would keep it tight. Obviously don't cover the metal wires that get power to the bulb.
Not a bad habit to get into, but really doesn't apply to the "old" incandescent bulbs, but I still usually wipe them off with a cloth before the final install. It is very important not to get/leave greasy fingerprints on quartz halogen bulbs (e.g. headlamps), as their high heat can interact with the glass/grease and cause it to shatter.
I have the same van and exact same problems. The way you go through each step is so clear, and answered every question I had, you're a natural teacher. Thanks so much, extremely helpful.
Thanks for taking the time to document this procedure. You saved me a lot of effort. Thanks again.👍
This was very helpful. Thank you.
Thanks needed to change mine. Appreciate it!
Cheers, replaced the whole unit on my 2006 Chrysler Grand Voyager in 5 minutes after watching this.
Thank you. This was explained very well. I'm not that car savvy, but was able to get through it without any pain. I have the same exact vehicle. These vans are great.
Most helpful part for me was 1:57-2:12. A simple procedure but frustrating if you don't know how it works. Used a screwdriver to push the tab. Also, "squeeze here and wiggle" was very helpful.
Thank you, from five years in the future.
Thank You....I have a 2004 Town and Country and the assembly is the same. I was concerned that I would have to replace the entire light module. Your instructions were clear and helpful
Thank you i just successfully changed my turn signal bulb for the first time from what i learned while watching your video
Just what I needed...thank you for posting.
Thank you. I was struggling with how to open the wire connector. I might suggest updating the title of the video to say "Includes electrical connector". Some of the others do not even address it!
You made this very easy. Thanks for the tips. I did change both bulbs at the same time.
Thanks for the info! I reminded myself (I think I read this before and did it once before but that was a while ago) of the process and it was very simple. I unlocked the red lock but the wiring did not want to separate and I wasn't wiling to risk breaking anything. I could remove the cap and remove the dead turn signal and install a new one without removing the wiring from the light housing. All good for now. Much appreciate the time and effort of making a good instructible on the subject.
I am curious what 'bulb spray' is. Is that an electrical contact cleaner?
Thanks for posting this. I need it today 👍
Thank you! Clear, simple and concise.
Thank you for sharing such thorough easy to follow directions!!
Thank you little fella did just what you told me to do and changed it all by myself Joanne
Thank you first time dealing with these in a town & country
Thank you Jim you've been a marvelous help just got my setup blessings to you
Great videos, I recently bought an 05 Town and Country... Of course it needs work, I better subscribe to your channel ! 👍
This helped a lot. Thank you for making the video.
Thanks to you it was a three minute fix. I wonder what a shop would charge.
Thank you. Great explanation.
2:16 To easily remove the sockets that contain the light bulbs, take a flat head screwdriver and press it against one of the socket tabs in a horizontal manner. This will loosen the tab and you can easily remove the entire socket assembly. You may need to press in the tab on the other side, but that's not always the case. Another method is while pressing horizontally against the socket assembly tab slightly press upward.
Nice. I had problems pushing the red clip back into LOCK position though, so I just left it unlocked. presumably unless I'm traveling over SUPER bumpy roads, it *should* be fine, right? Thanks for the video!
Excellent! This was very helpful.
Bundle of thanks for this digital help
Video is super duper helpful and really great. But you do need to definitely pull out the cord before replacing the bulb or it will blow out the fuse like it did for me.
Thank you. That was so easy that I thought I must be doing something wrong : )
Awesome, thanks so much. I appreciate this so much
0:48 A pair of regular pliers works fantastic to remove the pins that keep the tail light assembly connected to the car. Simply attach the pliers' teeth to the round part of the pin and pull horizontally. The pin my resist a bit if it hasn't been removed in a long time (or ever), but it will eventually come out.
Thank you for a very helpful video. Nice job.
Thanks helped me out a lot 😎👍
If after replacing the bulb, you're still having the same problem, check the directional bulb socket by testing the bulb in the one that works
Thank you for the help!!
Thanks! Btw, I think you sound like Tom Hanks.
Quick and easy why did they change it?
This is exactly what mine did tonight same side to
This is 🏆
Thank you. 2.20.20!
Thank you so much !
Thanks!!!!
Could you add in how you would know if fuse or bulb?
A blown fuse is going to take down a "system", like both head lights, all instrument lights, both brake lights, etc. If a single light is out, it's likely the bulb. Typically the flash rate will change if you have a bad turn signal bulb. All things connected to a fuse will be out. It's pretty easy to pull the tail light and look at the bulbs. In newer cars they will have LED lights (which go bad and you can't usually see they have failed), but in older cars the bulbs still have filaments like incandescent light bulbs and you can usually see if the filament is broke. May have to tap on the bulb to make the broken filament wiggle.
Thank you!!!
how do i replace the connector
What's the name of the tool?
My problem is that the blinker bulb keeps popping out just enough that it will quit blinking until I take it back apart and put the bulb back in,then it last a few minutes and pop out just enough where it won't blink again. Help,driving me insane.
Not sure I fully understand your explanation, but it sounds like the bulb is not fitting tight in the socket. Maybe a thin sliver of plastic or small piece of electrical tape applied to the bulb would keep it tight. Obviously don't cover the metal wires that get power to the bulb.
what if it's the wire in the middle not the bulbs
Yep! Thanks!!!
Just help me out with something I knew nothing about
Use tissue to grab bulb, dont use bare hands.
Not a bad habit to get into, but really doesn't apply to the "old" incandescent bulbs, but I still usually wipe them off with a cloth before the final install.
It is very important not to get/leave greasy fingerprints on quartz halogen bulbs (e.g. headlamps), as their high heat can interact with the glass/grease and cause it to shatter.
MPp
Ewwww! The GM red safety clip😵