Replacing lamps in lighting fixtures (Renault 19)

Front direction indicators

1. Through the engine compartment, remove the turn signal spring clip from the main headlight housing.

2. Remove the turn signal from the outside.

3. Release the bayonet lock by turning it counterclockwise and remove the incandescent lamp from the frame.

4. When installing the lamp housing, make sure that the guides of the turn signal housing and the lamp housing are correctly connected.

5. After installation, check that the direction indicator is correct.

Side direction indicators

1. Using a screwdriver, carefully pry the turn signal out of the fender cutout.

2. Release the bayonet lock by turning it counterclockwise and remove the lamp from the frame.

Right: All exterior light bulbs can be replaced using only a screwdriver. Shown here is the replacement of a side turn signal bulb. The procedure for replacing bulbs is described earlier.

Left: Replacing a faulty license plate light is also very easy. It is important, in addition to the correct installation of the pin connection, to check the correct installation of the lamp frame and diffuser in the lamp housing, as the license plate light is particularly susceptible to moisture.




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Rear lights

When removing the rear light to replace a faulty bulb, squeeze the two elastic pads (shown by arrows) and remove the lamp holder from the flashlight (the picture shows the left rear light bulb holder). For testing, the lamp holder can be connected to the connector without the rear light. On the installed light, check the correct position of the pin connection. The following are indicated in the figure:



1. Open the trunk door and unscrew the two screws in the trunk that secure the rear light housing.

2. Remove the plastic covering.

3. Disconnect the connectors.

4. Remove the flashlight housing from the outside.

5. Remove the lamp holder from the housing by squeezing the plastic tabs.

6. Disconnect the bayonet lock of the damaged lamp and remove it from the socket.

7. When replacing the dual-filament brake light and tail light bulb, make sure that the centering stop is correctly inserted into the bulb base.

8. Before installing the lamp housing, if necessary, clean the sealing gasket on the body cutout and apply a small amount of silicone grease to it.

9. Connect the connectors and check the operation of the lamps.

10. Before fixing the lamp housing with screws, check that the plastic casing is positioned correctly.

Rear fog lights

1. Open the tailgate and remove the tailgate trim cover.

2. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp housing.

3. Disconnect the bayonet lock by turning it counterclockwise and remove the lamp from the socket.

4. When installing the lamp housing, make sure that the guides of the lamp holder and the lamp housing are properly connected to each other. Then fix the lamp holder by rotating it clockwise.

Reverse light switch

The reversing lights are switched on by a switch located in the gearbox when the corresponding control rod is pressed when reverse gear is engaged.

1. If the reversing lights do not light when the reverse gear is engaged, first check the fuse.



2. If it is working properly, remove the wire from the reverse switch and short-circuit the contacts with wire. If the reverse lights come on, then the switch is faulty.

3. If the reversing lights do not light, the wiring is faulty (if the incandescent lamps are in good condition).

License plate light

1. Carefully remove the light from the bumper, carefully pry it up with a screwdriver.

2. By pressing the side retaining tabs, remove the lamp housing from the diffuser.

3. Remove the spotlight from the spring mount.

Interior lighting

Left: Interior or glove compartment light bulbs can be removed from their holders with a small screwdriver. The 10- or 5-watt spotlight bulbs are held in place by a spring clip.

Right: Use a screwdriver to lift the cover of the interior combination light to replace the spotlight bulb (7 W). To get to the contact connection, you need to remove the lamp holder from the car ceiling. To do this, squeeze the spring clip on the left and right (shown by arrow) to the center.


The spotlight (7 W) should be lit with the door open and the switch in the appropriate position. It constantly receives electric current directly from the battery. To remove the lampshade, you will need a thin screwdriver or a knife.



1. Carefully remove the lamp housing from the flashlight housing using a thin screwdriver (loosening the spring clamp) together with a diffuser and a reading light.

2. Remove the faulty lamp from the spring holder.

Door Light Switches

Malfunctions in the new front door light switches are a thing of the past. The main requirement for this is that the plastic sealing sleeve (1) around the switch tip (2) is correctly installed. An oxidised and therefore non-functioning switch can be cleaned and treated with contact spray. If necessary, check the plug connection (3).


The interior lighting is switched on and off by the corresponding position of the contact switch in the door pillar. The front and rear door switches are slightly different in their design. In case of malfunctions:



1. Front door light switch: Use a small screwdriver to pry the switch out of the A-post and disconnect the connector; while the other doors must be closed.

2. Use a piece of wire to short-circuit both contacts.

3. If the interior lighting works, the cause of the malfunction is a door light switch damaged by corrosion. The switch should be replaced; careful car enthusiasts can open the switch and clean the contacts.

4. Rear door light switch: On the installed switch, remove the rubber cover and short both contacts with the other doors closed.

5. If the lighting works, the cause of the malfunction is a door light switch damaged by corrosion. This is possible if the rubber covering is not installed correctly.

6. Remove the door light switches from their sockets.

7. Clean all contacts.

8. If the contact connector is broken or bent, the door light switch should be replaced.

9. Both switches: When removing the plug, be careful not to let the wire get caught in the door pillar.

10. If the wire has fallen into the door pillar, remove the floor covering and, accordingly, the B-pillar trim to be able to pull the wire out.

Glove compartment lighting

To prevent the battery from running down, the spotlight only works when the side lights or main lights are on.

1. Open the glove compartment.

2. Use a thin screwdriver to remove the lamp holder from its socket.

3. Remove the spotlight (5W) from the spring mount.

4. When installing the lamp mount, make sure the connector is connected well.

Cigarette lighter illumination

Renault 19 is equipped with a cigarette lighter, which is illuminated when the light is switched on from a 1.4 W incandescent bulb.



1. Remove the ashtray from the center console.

2. Carefully remove the cigarette lighter housing with the light ring from the console. You may need to use a thin screwdriver.

3. Remove the wire tip.

4. Remove the light ring from the socket by squeezing the two retaining tabs in the socket.

5. Replace the incandescent light bulb (bayonet mount frame).

Heating controller lighting

1. Remove the cover under the switch (2 screws). Fold the cover back and remove.

2. Remove the heating and ventilation control (2 screws). Press down on the unit and pull it out from underneath the instrument panel.

3. Turn the heating and ventilation control over. To provide space for work, disconnect the connectors if necessary.

4. Turn the lamp frame counterclockwise and take it out, then replace the incandescent lamp together with the frame.

Trunk light

The trunk light is switched on in Renault 19 by a contact switch located next to the trunk door lock. The body of the lamp with a 5 W spotlight is located on the side under the trim in the recess.

1. Carefully remove the trunk light from the recess using a thin screwdriver.

2. Replace the spotlight and check its operation.

3. If the lamp does not light, disconnect the wire from the switch and connect it to ground.

4. If the lamp is on, the contact switch is faulty.

5. It is also possible that the switch is stuck.

6. In this case, remove the switch and press and release it firmly several times.

7. If the check does not produce results, replace the switch.

8. It may be, however, that the wiring is faulty.