Replace Front Turn Signal Bulb - Hyundai Sonata (2011-2014)

Bulb Type: 2357A ('A' stands for Amber Color)
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Replacing the front turn signal bulb on your 2011 Hyundai Sonata / 2012 Hyundai Sonata / 2013 Hyundai Sonata / 2014 Hyundai Sonata is very easy and does not require any tools. It takes less than 5 minutes to replace both bulbs.
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[@VirarAutomotive]

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[@gortexqfilch]

This is the most informative and clearest description of how to work on my Hyundai. Thank you for taking the time to make it great!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad you found it useful! 😃👍

[@EsoTownBizz6500]

Absolutely. I wish all DIY videos were this good.... I'm changing my bulb right now....

[@mixmonster18]

I totally should’ve watched this video before embarking on my blinker journey. I was all trying to get in from the top. When I saw this video was three minutes, I knew I was going about it the wrong way. Thank you for saving me so much time

[@VirarAutomotive]

Yeah it's a pretty odd location to access the bulb from. Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@me-lg1yw]

How the hell did you get your hand in there and be able to turn it? I have small arms and small hands and I can’t get a grip on it there’s no room to work in there.

[@VirarAutomotive]

I guess I just have smaller hands.

[@CJ-zb7ng]

I would have never, ever thought to look by the tire. Thank you

[@VirarAutomotive]

You are welcome. Glad to hear that you found it useful!

[@moenlightening]

I'm glad I found this video. It saved me $60 because that's what I would've paid at a local car service chain. Blessings to you!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad I could help :)

[@swapnildave9586]

Just burnt out my side signal light on my Toyota. This video basically covers all the basics and I will be using it to replace my Toyota bulb! Thank you @virarautomotive!

[@VirarAutomotive]

I will be making a video specifically for your Toyota soon! 👍😊

[@JashPatel91]

Wow..such great camera work and instructions are so clear! Thank you again Virar Automotive!

[@VirarAutomotive]

You are very welcome!

[@desolatus1]

Thanks for making this video. I was considering taking the whole light assembly out of the car, but thought somebody knows an easier way. You do.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you found it useful!

[@leroyp33]

Short, simple to the ☝️ Exactly how these videos should be done

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you for your kind words. Glad you found the video helpful!

[@longcl83]

I was able to change my turn signal light out in no time!! Much thanks!!! 🥰🥰

[@VirarAutomotive]

So glad to head that! Thank your for your kind words. Happy to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@chimneysocks]

Straight to the point and gives you all of the information you need.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you found it useful!

[@dgalloway67]

Excellent instructional video. Exactly what I was looking for. Thank you!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you 😊

[@dfsbghdfbnxdfgbndx]

The filming is great and I appreciate knowing that there is access in the wheel well. Oddly, on my 2014 sonata I can't get my hand into the access hole without removing the wheel. Turned any direction, the wheel is in the way.

[@VirarAutomotive]

It is definitely a tight space to access the bulb from.

[@l31007]

I had to remove my tire as well.

[@leothelion9124]

Clear instructions and gets right to the point. Thank you!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@GregBurcham]

Absolutly great meathod, if and when that little screw on that under panel wants to work. Even with a pry tooth/gommit remover and a short shaft #2, I couldn't get mine to budge. So, out came the socket set. #10 socket removed the two bolts that can be seen on top of the headlamp. Unscrewed and pulled off the plastic trim running up the side of the underhood to reveal he third #10 bolt. Removed three screws from top of the front grill to give me some ply room as I pull the headlight assembly out enough to reach my hand in to change the signal bulb. Put verything back together, in reverse and repeat on the other side. About 20-30 minutes total, after trying for 15-20 minutes to get access through the wheel well panel.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thanks for the tip :)

[@KH-yg8mv]

Thanks for the video. What a damn small space they give you in there! Absolutely cramped in there... Couldn't twist the cap with my big hand.. Had to use pliers from the inside to get it loose!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Haha. Yeah. I was only able to get my hand in there and not the camera at the same time. It is a very tight space indeed :)

[@MrCeora]

Same problem here. Still struggling, but I'll get it.

[@karendavis9002]

Excellent video, it really helped! Tip: if you don't have enough room for your nubby p2, turn wheel the other direction. Thanks so much!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Good tip!

[@adrianreyes4702]

Best clear presentation ever. Great instructor. Thank you!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@episodeVIwastheworst]

Excellent! Right to the point! Clear instructions! Great video quality! Well done!!! Thank you!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jsteelsadventureandvariety4545]

another good video, wouldnt have thought you would access through wheel well.. thanks again for sharing friend☺

[@VirarAutomotive]

You are very welcome..glad you found it useful! Stay tuned. Making more essential videos for the 2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata. 😊👍

[@estuardorodas7602]

VIRAR, GREAT VIDEO!! YOU DA MAN!! Excellent videos, short, informative and easy to follow. You save me $64.20 that Hyundai dealer was charging to change it.

[@VirarAutomotive]

haha. Thank you for sharing. Your comment made my day. Glad I could help!

[@nicolasrivera3733]

Thank you so much this video is absolutely saving my life right now you are the best dude!!!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you so much for your kind words. Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@nicolasrivera3733]

@@VirarAutomotive 😇😎

[@gregoryalexander337]

Very clear !! Excellent

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you found it useful!

[@orboakin8074]

Sir, thanks for this video! The Sonata my dad gave me to drive has this problem and I am going to fix it myself today and this video helped explain everything to me!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad it helped!

[@anvitaupadhyay1314]

Hey Virar! This is so good...I helped my fiance fix the bulb on his sonata and this video worked like a charm! Thank you so much -from both of us!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Ohh so glad to hear that..you are both very welcome 👍😊

[@SunnyUBC]

Superb video, amazing info and so easy

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you think so!

[@jereshkee]

Another great job!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you

[@geneballay9590]

Outstanding. Thank you so much for sharing. I have spent hours on this issue up to this point and your video hits the nail exactly on the head. I wish I would have found it first.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you so much! Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@VCJ118]

Great job in the vídeo!!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@dc.dronehome]

Life saver 👌🏾💯

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you found it useful!

[@glennvanzandt3011]

Thanks so much for sharing. Great job.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you. Glad you found it useful!

[@ramanv2753]

Great video. Keep them coming! Would love to see similar videos for Infiniti G35X 2006 !!

[@VirarAutomotive]

That's the plan!

[@scottrobson4097]

Thanks for making this video. Now I can change it out on my parents Sonata. I was borrowing their car for a bit and the fast blinking was super annoying!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thanks for sharing. Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@scottrobson4097]

That piece is super hard to reach and good luck getting your hand in the right place to get any leverage to turn the darn bulb socket. You basically need skinny hands and arms lol. Got it done though but the little door hatch broke into 3 pieces while trying to jam my bleeding arm into that little space lol

[@m.magnus9368]

I like this video. It is easy to understand and to follow. I bought my bulbs from autozone and they said I needed bulb grease. Not sure if that’s true or not

[@VirarAutomotive]

Having bulb grease is nice. But it's not a must have. The bulb grease helps conduct electricity better, and prevents corrosion. But not totally necessary.

[@romant7204]

You are great at explaining things

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@horalesupervato1]

Great video btw👏🏼🤝this helped me out alot.. just wished that flap wouldn’t have broken when I tried to fold it to remove the bulb . You have a video for replacing license bulb too for same vehicle ?

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you. Here you go : kzbin.info/www/bejne/m2Wod5h9nd6Ahqc

[@hafsahussein365]

I kept looking under my hood. so glad I searched this up. thank you!! never going to get it done again.

[@VirarAutomotive]

You're welcome!!

[@javierdimas2685]

Got it, thanks a million my friend!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you! Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@myrasays]

Thank you!!

[@VirarAutomotive]

No worries!

[@aec618]

Well done! Great video! Short, understandable, and to the point! Good tip about the notch as well.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you for your kind words! Glad you found the video helpful!

[@incognito-yj4gu]

All you need is a philips screwdriver and hands the size of a four year old. By the way, the bulb will probably not be the problem but instead it is the cheap socket.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Well I may be a skinnier guy with smaller hands, I assure you I am definitely older than 4 years 😁

[@Chris_Goulet]

The two filaments in my bulb were good too (I tested them with a 12V power supply). I removed the bulb from the socket, then cleaned the 3 contacts in the hole with a Q-tip, and a tiny screwdriver. I pulled the 6 contacts in the hole and on the rim of the socket out a little bit, with a tiny hook, to make more snug connections. Then I wire-brushed the bulb base (cylinder and soldered terminals). Parking light and turn signal work great now.

[@Ag3ntP_]

THANK YOU!!!

[@VirarAutomotive]

You're welcome!

[@josehercules4074]

I just changed my bulbs with this video ⚡️

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you for sharing. Glad I could help!

[@mrbigjohn12]

Great video. I was wondering how to get into that spot xD

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad you found it useful!

[@mrzskittlezthebarber2847]

Mannnnnn thank u u just saved me from getting hustled omg thank u

[@VirarAutomotive]

So glad to hear that you found the video helpful! Just out if curiosity, how much did they quote you to replace the bulb?

[@mrzskittlezthebarber2847]

@@VirarAutomotive 40 bc they was trying to go from the front I’m like no I’m bout to watch youtube I also think You made another on how to replace the headlight covers I’m waiting for them to come in so your video can help me with that too

[@VirarAutomotive]

Here is the video to replace the headlight bulbs. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIKyk5eMq5WhnqM

[@mrzskittlezthebarber2847]

@@VirarAutomotive thank u sooo much I’ll let u know how it goes

[@gmzsqr]

Perfect instructions.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad i could help!

[@kevinconroy1299]

The panel you have to remove broke in the cold weather when I was trying to replace my bulb. Do you know the name of that part? I need to order a replacement to cover up the hole.

[@VirarAutomotive]

I am not sure if they sell just the panel separately. They sell the entire fender liner. Here is the link for it. hyundai.oempartsonline.com/oem-parts/hyundai-fender-splash-shield-868124r000?

[@TheTFSstudios]

Great video. Thank you.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you! Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@davidshadburn5707]

The screw just turns endlessly. Any advice on how to get the screw to come out? Great video!

[@ctwaldman006]

you answered all my questions except where did I recommend a battery powered headlamp to aim at the screw. the most difficult part was finding my short screwdriver. …

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you for the tip :)

[@bluedragon4244]

This is awesome I was wonder how the hell to get it out I was beginning to think I may have to take whole headlamp out lol

[@VirarAutomotive]

It's much easier than that. Glad you found the video helpful!

[@larsonbwl]

I’m pretty handy but it was not easy at all .first there’s almost no clearance or vision unless you jack it up even with a stubby screwdriver. Then the screw would not release I needed to drilli it out. More like an hour job for me

[@VirarAutomotive]

You are correct. It is a tight spot.

[@larsonbwl]

@@VirarAutomotive I ended up jacking up the car and taking off the wheel. Piece of cake after that

[@zeldachickadee]

Which bulb should I buy for it? Hyundai Sonata 2014 GLS.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Bulb type: 2357A. 'A' stands for the Amber color

[@zeldachickadee]

@@VirarAutomotive What is the bulb next to it, and what type do I need? Both of them don't work. Thanks!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Here is a detailed video on replacing the Headlight Bulbs (High Beam and Low Beam). Hopefully it helps. It has all the details on how to replace them and the replacement bulb types. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIKyk5eMq5WhnqM

[@sbrosier2383]

Any recommendations if the screw to open the panel is stripped?

[@VirarAutomotive]

If you have a plier, you could use that to grab the screw head and yank it out. That is what I have had to do at times when met with a similar problem. And then when you are done, you could just push down the middle part of the clip(the screw part). Hope this helps.

[@belkdionne3154]

Cam you use the same process om a 2015 hyundai sonata?

[@VirarAutomotive]

Not sure. Likely possible yeah, but can't confirm.

[@myrasays]

This is a great tutorial but this was impossible for me to do lol. I mean that hole is TIGHT my hands and wrists don’t fit. How do you get in there?! I tried repositioning the wheel but no luck

[@VirarAutomotive]

That is a tight spot to work yes. lol. Unfortunately the way I showed in the video is the easiest way I could figure out to do it. Sorry, I couldn't be of more help here. :(

[@myrasays]

@@VirarAutomotive oh you’re totally fine! This was incredibly helpful! 😊 I was just laughing at myself the entire time because you did it so gracefully & I looked like a crazed woman 😂

[@joshuaescamilla6390]

Does anyone know if it’s the same process for a 2018 Sonata? Thank you in advance 🙏🏼

[@VirarAutomotive]

Not sure. Sorry :(

[@guitarguy201]

What is the round grey thing, bottom center at 1:03? Can't find any info elsewhere, thank you

[@VirarAutomotive]

I am not exactly sure what that is either. Sorry :(

[@guitarguy201]

@@VirarAutomotive No worries and thanks for your reply. This video still helped with my turn signal bulb replacement!

[@bfraz76]

What size tires are on the car in the video ? I have 18” wheels and cannot access this panel with my hand with the tire turned. Otherwise, Great video !

[@VirarAutomotive]

When the video was shot the vehicle had 16 inch rims with winter tires. Maybe with the 18 inch wheels it may have been harder. In your case you might just have to take the wheel off to access the panel.

[@tracygiddeons5648]

How does this bulb get it's current?? Didn't see any wires in the video.

[@VirarAutomotive]

If you look at 1:35 you will see metal contact points on the bulb holder itself. When the bulb holder is installed and locked in position, the metal contact points contact the electrical connector and that is where the current comes from. Hopefully this helps.

[@jerryboone1934]

it has the door under the fender well, but the bulb access is toward the rear of the car, about 6 to 8 inches farther back, i cannot get my hand in to remove the socket, i have to have parts removed to get at it,

[@slickkones1191]

Question I was able to change the bulb but my signal light is still off my light only blinks when I put for my signal to turn left is there something I’m missing

[@VirarAutomotive]

You mean the tail-light/parking light function doesn't work. The bulb doesn't illuminate when you turn the lights on, but it does illuminate when you turn the left turn signal indicator. Hmm. Sounds like only one of the filament in the bulb is working. I wonder why. Maybe worth it to take the bulb out and check if both the filaments in the bulb look good and not broken?

[@slickkones1191]

@@VirarAutomotive I double check n my front bulb signal lights only the right side stays on the left is off but it only works when my lights signaling left I even switch em front left to right n only my right side still works when turn the front lights on

[@VirarAutomotive]

Ohh alright. You tried every possible combination to root cause the problem. I am sorry but I can't think of anything that we could try to reach the root of the problem causing this issue.

[@Mrch33ky]

Noice!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you!

[@susanphoen1x50]

This is great help! Unfortunately, I’m in danger of stripping the screw head so I need to find a professional

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you. Hope you get the bulb replaced without much trouble. 🙂

[@firefolly1284]

What can I do if the screw doesn’t come out when I turn it to the left? It just keeps spinning

[@VirarAutomotive]

Put some pressure on the black center clip piece. Press on the center clip part while trying to screw off the middle part. Hope this helps.

[@puckrocker854]

I just watched this video to learn how to change the bulb on my 2012. Here’s some pointers: You will have very little room to unscrew the clip for the access panel. Either use a very short screwdriver or remove the tire entirely (ridiculous you have to do that, thanks Hyundai) If you've never replaced this bulb before, that gasket will be sealed on tight after years of heat and cold in the engine cavity. The area you reach in is very small and you'll have trouble getting leverage to break that seal and pop the bulb out. I resorted to using a rubber mallet and a small punch to tap the bulb fixture (the part you need to twist off) from the top side with the hood open. If you break the seal, you should be able to twist it out easier. Don't be suprised if the plastic plug for the access panel either is damaged or won't hold the screw tightly when you are done. You might have to get a new one or replace it with a plastic rivet used for securing plastic body parts. Parts stores sell them either as individual sizes or a variety pack.

[@hamadjamal8950]

How do you replace park light bulbs

[@VirarAutomotive]

Park light bulbs and turn signal bulbs are the same bulb. Same bulb as two filaments inside it.

[@petraknight1225]

Thanks for the video! A place tried to charge me $115 bucks to change it. No thank you!!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Ohh $115 eh. Glad you found the video helpful!

[@3arcutubelegend]

Cannot find anything on sonata hybrid 2015 this is crazy

[@MrCeora]

You must have small hands. I scarred my wrist trying to get it out with no luck. I'll try removing the tire next. Thanks for the info though...

[@VirarAutomotive]

Judging by the multiple comments on this video, I have concluded that I in fact do have small hands. Haha. Nevertheless glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@davidhull4129]

I just took my car down the street for an oil change and tire rotation at Conrad’s. I noticed my driver side turn signal was out and asked them to fix it. They called me back and said it was going to cost me $200 bc they had to remove part of the bumper and housing unit. Glad I told them not to do it. $8 for a new set of bulbs and 10min worth of work.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Wow. Thank you for sharing. Glad to hear that you found the video helpful!

[@tabcoco]

it's not easy at all! it took me over an hour to do this job! he did it first right before the video, to make it look simple. if you have average to big hands, this job is a potential nightmare! reaching way up in there is ridiculous! they probably do that so most people will just give up & let a pro do it.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Sorry to hear that. Maybe I just have smaller hands.

[@OriginalMrE]

I just had to do this on my car, if you have big hands like me, good luck getting your hand in there. - also the access panel, I had to just break the screw off because it turned infinitely.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you! Glad to hear that you found the video helpful! I guess I have smaller hands.

[@AmeenAhmed1105]

Doesn't help! I have a 2012 hybrid, and the space to fit my hand in to unscrew the bulb is insufficient. I.e. it's too small. Please help!

[@VirarAutomotive]

Yeah the hybrid has a different headlight and unfortunately I don't have a video on that. :(

[@gurlee71]

I have tried everything to remove the socket and it won’t budge. I have tiny hands but apparently zero strength 😮

[@VirarAutomotive]

Sorry to hear that. Sometimes the bulb get stuck over time. Try wiggling it left, right, left, right. It might take a minute or two but should come lose eventually.

[@abehaile2659]

Oh thank goodness 🤦🏾‍♂️ I thought I was going to have to take the entire front off like you do for the headlamps 😡

[@VirarAutomotive]

Ohh no it's not as crazy. Also if you are just changing the headlight bulbs you don't need to take off the bumper either. I made a video on that too

[@abehaile2659]

@@VirarAutomotive REALLY!? Thanks for the heads up. Keep up the amazing work! 👍🏽

[@VirarAutomotive]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIKyk5eMq5WhnqM Here you go

[@incognito-yj4gu]

This is terrible engineering from Hyundai.

[@Vaibhavkhairnar19]

You might struggle if you have thick hand. Thanks for the video!

[@VirarAutomotive]

No problem!

[@ignoranceisnotatrend4669]

I replaced the bulb yesterday and It was working fine but now my daughter said it's back blinking fast

[@VirarAutomotive]

Check the rear turn signal bulb. It's probably blown.

[@jerryboone1934]

I have a 2013 sonata and you do not access the turn signal bulb from underneath, it's accessed from the hood compartment

[@VirarAutomotive]

Can you please share a video for it with us?

[@l31007]

I ended up removing the wheel because its just too tight. Gives you more room to work with and a clear line of sight to the socket.

[@VirarAutomotive]

Yeah, with the wheel in place there isn't a lot place. Atleast I hope this video helped in some way to make the job easier for you!

[@l31007]

@@VirarAutomotive It totally did.

[@B1GCRICK2_757]

👍🏽

[@VirarAutomotive]

:)

[@catbearzapp3308]

That helped a lot in finding where to go. However I had a problem with the screw it wouldn't loosen, in the end I had to pry it off and turned out it was a plastic placeholder thing? Jesus

[@VirarAutomotive]

Glad to hear that you found the video helpful

[@gmzsqr]

Buld is 1156A from Auto Zone

[@VirarAutomotive]

Are you sure its is not 1157A? 1156 is a single filament bulb. 1157 is a double filament bulb. This car needs a 1157 / 2357 bulb, because the same bulb has two functions. One is the low powered parking light function (it just lights up when you turn the headlights on at night) and the second is the turn signal light.

[@JaySoRealReacts]

My bulb got stuck inside the headlight

[@VirarAutomotive]

:( Sorry to hear that

[@eliezerperez1576]

Yo las cambié pero no prenden

[@VirarAutomotive]

Vuelva a verificar para asegurarse de que el conector esté bien ajustado. No suelto. De lo contrario, ni idea, lo siento :(

[@stripecatflippangitnamecha8721]

You need baby hand to remove the bulb

[@ochicoloto3524]

Terrible terrible design by hyundei. Why should I have to go underneath to change a simple bulb?

[@VirarAutomotive]

Yeah it's not really designed for easy replacement

[@jeremiahking8952]

My hands are to big 😢

[@VirarAutomotive]

I have been told I have smaller hands and that helps with making these videos. :(

[@thomasmccarty09]

It's not that easy on the right side

[@VirarAutomotive]

Sorry to hear that. The windshield washer fluid reservoir neck might be in the way.

[@thomasmccarty09]

Its a good video n these auto parts stores suck where I live in El Paso, TX

[@VirarAutomotive]

Thank you. Hope you are able to use the video to save some time and money!

[@alrose1401]

Hyundai and their BS! Why couldn't you just make it easy from the engine compartment??

[@VirarAutomotive]

Ohh well :(

[@PlantedPSC]

Hyundai made a STUPID design

[@VirarAutomotive]

Yeah. Not really designed with serviceability in mind.