So, i was installing my stealth bulbs today for my turning signals. I installed the rear fine, and it was time for the front. I put the bulb in the socket and then put it back. BUT I FAILED TO REALIZE I DIDN"T PUSH IT IN HARD ENOUGH! the bulb fell in the light housing (not sure what it is called). And the bulb is stuck in the housing at this current moment. I can't get it out, i tried using chopsticks and a really long tresser (sp?). I just pushed it farther since its so hard to control things with the lack of room. ANY IDEAS IN HOW TO REMOVE THE BULB OUT OF THE HOUSING? I have a friend coming in 2 hours to give me a long stick with a magntic on it. Hopefully works. If not, any other ideas. Im truely an idiot!

Tip for all: Make sure you push down hard on ur bulbs to make sure they snap it all the way. Or u will be an idiot like me.

 

try a piece of double sided sticky tape on a dowling or stick

 

no luck...

 

So, i tried for 3 freakin hours. I cant get the stupid thing out! I figured out that the turning lights cant go out of the high beam part. I have to figure some way to move the bulb back to the turning light section any ideas. Right now its near the high beam area. I GAVE UP FOR TODAY!

 

Practice (see pic)!

(sorry for the joke). Autoparts stores sell grabber tools with retractable claws, even flexible ones. That might help. If worse comes to worst you can always remove the cover, but that is a bit of work and involves removing the bumper as well. If you had a picture it might give people a better idea of the situation.

 

haha thanks a lot for your replies. I got it out finally. I used a vacuum and connected that to a small tube. But i left many scratches in the housing, and kinda dirty now. CRAP! O well, thanks a lot.