🔧 Accord - Rear Turn Signal Bulb Replacement

Your Accord’s rear turn signal bulbs sit in the tail lamp housing and are accessed from inside the trunk. You’ll remove a small trunk liner panel, twist out the bulb socket, swap the bulb, then test the signals.

Difficulty Level: Beginner | Estimated Time: 0.5-1.0 hours

Assumption: Sedan tail lamps use a 7440 amber rear turn signal bulb.

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• ⚠️ Let the tail lamp area cool before touching bulbs.
• ⚠️ Wear gloves—skin oils can shorten bulb life.
• ⚠️ Keep the ignition OFF while removing/installing bulbs.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Nitrile gloves
• Safety glasses
• Trim removal tool (plastic)
• Phillips #2 screwdriver
• Flashlight

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Rear turn signal bulb (7440 amber) - Qty: 2 Replace in pairs

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Open the trunk and remove any cargo so you can work comfortably.
• Have a flashlight ready so you can clearly see the bulb sockets.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Access the rear of the tail lamp

• Open the trunk and locate the trunk liner behind the tail lamp on the side you’re working on.
• Use a trim removal tool (plastic) to pop out the plastic push clips holding the liner access flap.
• If your liner uses screws instead of clips, remove them with a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

Step 2: Find the turn signal bulb socket

• Use a flashlight to locate the bulb sockets on the back of the tail lamp assembly.
• Identify the turn signal socket (typically the socket that points more toward the outer side of the car).
• If unsure, turn on hazards to confirm.

Step 3: Remove the bulb socket

• Put on nitrile gloves and safety glasses.
• Grip the turn signal socket and twist it counterclockwise about 1/4 turn by hand, then pull it straight out.

Step 4: Replace the bulb

• Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket by hand (it’s a push-in bulb).
• Push the new rear turn signal bulb (7440 amber) straight into the socket until fully seated.
• Don’t touch the glass—use gloves.

Step 5: Reinstall the socket

• Insert the socket back into the tail lamp opening.
• Twist clockwise by hand about 1/4 turn until it locks in place (snug, not forced).

Step 6: Test the turn signals

• Turn the ignition to ON and switch on the left/right turn signal (or hazards).
• Walk behind the car and confirm the repaired side flashes normally.
• If it doesn’t light: remove the socket again and re-seat the bulb firmly.

Step 7: Reinstall the trunk liner

• Reposition the trunk liner/access flap.
• Reinstall push clips by pressing them in by hand, or reinstall screws using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

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✅ After Repair

• Verify both left and right rear turn signals flash at a normal speed.
• Check hazards and brake lights to ensure nothing else was disturbed.
• If the signal flashes fast, one bulb is still out—recheck the other side.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $60-$150 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: $6-$30 (parts only)

You Save: $54-$120 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 0.5-1.0 hours.

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