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How to replace the number plate light bulbs in the Hyundai Santa Fe?

Model: Hyundai Santa Fe MK 3 - Years 2012-2018
Part: License plate light

In this tutorial, you can see how to replace the number plate light bulbs in the Hyundai Santa Fe, a very simple and quick operation. First, ensure that the key is not inserted, then go to the rear of the vehicle, locate the screw securing the outer glass of the light, and unscrew it with a cross-head screwdriver. Next, grasp the bulb holder, turn it slightly counterclockwise, and remove it from the mount. At this point, you can separate the old bulb, insert the replacement, reassemble everything, and repeat the process on the opposite side.

Updated on 18 September 2026 by ScegliAuto

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