How to replace a lightbulb on a Citroen C4 Cactus

We take a look at how easy it is to replace a burnt out headlight bulb in few easy steps, without having to visit your local mechanic.

Lawrence Minnie

25 Aug 2022 · 08:20Automotive News

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It's a Cactus, just not a prickly one

The Citroen C4 Cactus is a cool and funky city car that has been a hit with young professionals all over the world for over five years.You will eventually be faced with the need to replace one or both of your headlight bulbs. This is not an extremely complicated job and with a bit of perseverance you can tackle this DIY job right at home and save yourself a few hundred rand in labour costs and time.

What you will need:

Bulbs for your year model
Soft cloth

Let' get to it!

Open the bonnet

Locate the back of the headlight cluster in the engine bay.

Find the rubber cap that covers the bulb housing and remove it

Remove bulb assembly from the housing and the connector plug from the back of the bulb.

PRO TIP: Make sure not to touch the glass of the bulb as oils on your skin transfer onto the bulb and burn into place. If you do touch the glass make sure to wipe it down with the soft cloth before installing.

Insert new bulb into the plug and replace the assembly in the housing

Put the bulb cover back.

Test the system

Written by Lawrence Minnie

Lawrence has been involved with motorsports for almost 30 years. Whether it's two wheels or four, if it has an engine, he will try to race it. This love of motor vehicles has led him to ride, drive, film, photograph, and write about his passion. Freelance for a while but now a permanent fixture on the AutoTrader team for over 7 years, Lawrence contributes written, photographic, and video content for AutoTrader and AutoTrader Bikes.Read more