VAUXHALL MERIVA B CODE 16 BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE - HOW TO CHANGE BRAKE LIGHT BULBS

VAUXHALL MERIVA B CODE 16 BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE - HOW TO CHANGE BRAKE LIGHT BULBS
VAUXHALL LIGHT BULB CHECK CODES
Code 15 Centre high-mounted brake light failure
Code 16 Brake light failure
Code 17 Headlight leveling malfunction
Code 18 Left low beam failure
Code 19 Rear fog light failure
Code 20 Right low beam failure
Code 21 Left sidelight failure
Code 22 Right sidelight failure
Code 23 Reversing light failure
Code 24 Number plate light failure
Code 25 Left front turn signal failure
Code 26 Left rear turn signal failure
Code 27 Right front turn signal failure
Code 28 Right rear turn signal failure
Code 29 Check trailer brake light
Code 30 Check trailer reversing light
Code 31 Check left trailer turn signal
Code 32 Check right trailer turn signal
Code 33 Check trailer rear fog light
Code 34 Check trailer rear light
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[@bahamapalmer]

Needed to replace a brake light bulb on my 79 year old mother's Meriva. First watched a KZbin video by a mechanic with no explanations, just arrows overlaying the video, which wan't great. Then stumbled across this gem, done by a regular Joe which made perfect sense, was super easy to follow and helped me no end...many thanks 🙂

[@baconbuttties]

Glad it helped 👍

[@super_turbo_tronic]

Brother you are my Meriva B whisperer, you have helped me out a multiple times with little problems on my car.

[@baconbuttties]

👍👍

[@bhartiparmar2539]

Followed your video and it was perfect. Exactly as you described. Thank you so much. If all videos were easily explained in non-technical language, everyone could save money as these things are very simple and can be fixed at home.

[@baconbuttties]

👍👍

[@roberthamilton1301]

Funny how car companies can make stuff like that easy, but also hard at the same time. Always feels like something is going to break taking it apart 🤣 Thanks Mate for the video 👍

[@baconbuttties]

Yes the plastic clipped part did feel it was going to break 👍

[@rogereheadbyrne4790]

Brilliant video! Stay Safe mate Storm Eunice is with us on the Isle of Wight! I'm out in this tonight as I'm a security guard at Osborne House(Queen Victorias House) I'm not looking forward to this!

[@baconbuttties]

I haven't ventured out today, the wind has been terrible. Hope it's calmed down by tonight 👍

[@ImesSinhi]

Ty so much. I can do this

[@baconbuttties]

👍👍

[@sunilchopra798]

Many thanks, very informative

[@baconbuttties]

👍👍

[@ram96urd]

Thanx for your videos, it helps me milion times

[@baconbuttties]

👍

[@thelinkorg]

I have this code 16 on my meriva. My mechanic has changed the bulb, it’s working but the error code is still showing. Any ideas?

[@baconbuttties]

Sometimes on vauxhalls it's best to change both bulbs at the same time using same brand. Slight differences can throw up code in rare cases, also check the bulb is making a good clean connection.

[@abhinavsinha5105]

Helpful

[@baconbuttties]

👍

[@stevo2828]

Do you find the Meriva B a reliable car, thinking of getting one, probably a petrol...thanks for the great video's !

[@baconbuttties]

I have owned two 1.4 petrol Meriva B's and I have found them to be pretty reliable. They do have some common failures which are usually easy to rectify and have shown on my channel. Past ownership like regular oil changes is a must.

[@willsy1409]

Great video, do you know how to replace the rear light unit that is on the boot?

[@baconbuttties]

Do you mean the whole small light unit that is in the Tailgate?

[@willsy1409]

@@baconbuttties yes that's the one, I guess I have to take the boot trim off to get to thr fixings

[@baconbuttties]

@@willsy1409 I have had a quick look and it looks to me like there is only one bolt which you can see when you take of the access panel for the bulbs. Then I had a quick peek on eBay to look at pictures of the underside of the unit and it looks like it clips on at the leading edge of the tailgate. The one bolt I can see does look awkward to get at and you may have to take the whole trim off which can be difficult as the clips a very tight.

[@willsy1409]

@@baconbuttties thanks I'll give it a go. Wish me luck.

[@baconbuttties]

@@willsy1409 Good luck

[@scottyork3234]

Need advice on code 89

[@baconbuttties]

What advice?

[@miltongreens9469]

Hi thanks for the great video . I bought a meriva on a 2015 plate yesterday and today whilst driving i got a code 16 wich I now know is the brake light however about a mile from home the code went off and all brake lights are now working. Do you think it's worth me changing the bulb or do you think it could be a different problem? Would be very grateful for your input... thanks.

[@baconbuttties]

It's more than likely the bulb failing or maybe a little corrosion. Best to have a look.

[@miltongreens9469]

@@baconbuttties thanks so much for replying.. I'll get a bulb tomorrow and fit it see how it goes.. thanks again and take care 👍

[@baconbuttties]

@@miltongreens9469 👍

[@whaatspot8615]

Thanks for that, but got a problem with code 65 also... Can't find any help on yt regarding code 65...

[@timclarke989]

My model with no spare wheel ,in the compartment there is a electric tyre pump and a puncture repair bottle, this has to be removed to access the 2 white spinners to remove the rear lamp unit. Its a bit tight to get out. Has yours a spare wheel?

[@baconbuttties]

Mines the Facelift model, and comes with tyre pump in the wheel well, I don't know why they moved it from the previous position. 👍

[@opel9596]

LPG модель - вместо запаски баллон с газом.

[@baconbuttties]

@@opel9596 👍

[@darekd6134]

How to reset code 16? I changed the bulb it works but I see code 16 on display when I pressure the brake.

[@baconbuttties]

@@darekd6134 it also will illuminate if the connection is slightly lose or there is an anomaly between left and right brake bulbs. Some times it's good to change both bulbs at the same time and have a matching manufactured pair.

[@Formally-known-Prince-Andrew]

Hey mate changed mine, it works still getting error message any ideas?

[@baconbuttties]

Sometimes it's corrosion and on rare occasions it could be the resistance in the bulb is different to the other side, so best to change in pairs.

[@Formally-known-Prince-Andrew]

@@baconbuttties thanks bud I read through the comments after asking and found you answered this numerous times already. Thanks for your patience

[@jeroendenny6430]

Hi, my Vauxhall Meriva B still has code 16, even though I did change the bulb, and the light is working now. Anything else I need to reset?

[@baconbuttties]

Not sure.. sometimes it's best to change both bulbs at the same time as different makes might have different resistance.

[@jeroendenny6430]

​@@baconbuttties Thanks. I just changed both. It is still the same. Could the high-mounted centre brake light be replaced, even if it works?

[@baconbuttties]

@@jeroendenny6430 Are the brake lights actually working when you press the brake?

[@jeroendenny6430]

​@@baconbuttties Yup. All the brake lights are working.

[@baconbuttties]

@@jeroendenny6430 the only other thing I can think of is are the terminals clean?