How do you change the front turn light bulb in a Mazda tribute?

To change the front turn lights (indicators) on a Mazda Tribute (2006 Australian model), turn the wheel away from the side you are working on, then undo the screws holding the forward sections of the mud guards located within the forward section of the wheel arch (on the 2006 model they require a shifting wrench or equivalent ratchet). Then pull away the mud guard which will still be attached but will give you room to get your hand inside. Reach forward through the gap up to approximately where the back of the turn light is and feel for the rear of the light - clasp the connector and twist anti-clockwise to release and withdraw the connector and bulb. Pull this out of the gap (there is enough cable to do this) and then change the bulb. Then reverse this procedure. It is a bit cramped but it is relatively simple. I did this and found the bulb was not blown, it was simply dust in the connector so take a close look at the bulb, test it when you have it out of the wheel arch as it may simply be dust in the connector. I recommend changing both left and right bulbs if one is blown (they will have a similar lifespan).

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