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How To Replace Taillights and Bulbs 2005-12 Toyota Tacoma
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Tools used
10mm Wrench
10mm Socket
Ratchet
1. Removing the Taillight
Open the tailgate
Remove the two 10mm bolts from the taillight
Pull out the taillight by hand
Disconnect the taillight wiring harness
2. Servicing the Taillight Bulbs
Twist the bulb sockets counterclockwise out of the taillight
Pull the bulb out of the sockets
Push the new bulb into the sockets
Twist the sockets clockwise into the bulb
3. Installing the new Taillight
Connect the taillight wiring harness
Push the new taillight into place using the locating pins
Insert the two 10mm bolts into the taillight
Test that the taillight functions properly
Close the tailgate
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Hi, I'm Mike from 1A Auto. I hope this how-to video helps you out, and next time you need parts for your vehicle, think of 1AAuto.com. Thanks.
In this video, we're going to show you how to service a taillight on this 2008 Toyota Tacoma. Pretty easy. The only tool you'll need is a 10 millimeter wrench or a socket and ratchet. There were two different styles of lights. You'll see we take one style off and put the different style on.
Open up the tailgate, and then there's two 10 millimeter bolts right here. So, the first one's right here. Those two bolts are 10 millimeters, and I'm just going to speed it up here as I remove them. Once you have those bolts out, we'll pull back on the light, and it comes out.
If you're just looking to service the bulbs, these sockets twist counterclockwise, and it'll come out. Then the bulbs pull straight out from the sockets. If you want to disconnect the entire assembly, there is a connector right here. You press on the tab. Disconnect it.
At 1A Auto, we sell both the regular style light and this is the later style light. It has the chrome ring and clear lens, and so I'll show you it'll go in. It connects just like the original one. We'll put this back in and clip it. Then, obviously, it mounts right in. Just looking through the side here, there are two pins. Make sure that they line up. We'll use a little fast motion here as I start the bolts in by hand and then tighten them up nice and firm. You don't want to over-tighten them. Tighten them nice and firm with your 10 millimeter socket and ratchet or wrench. Okay, once it's installed, we'll do a little test.
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Lisa
March 23, 2017
The part was delivered fast and very well packaged.
It was exactly as described. When installed it fit perfectly and all functions ( individual bulbs ) worked perfectly.
We will definitely visit your site first if we ever need another item.
Great prices!!!
Thank you!
Tail Light (Driver's Side)
L
August 16, 2017
Was very easy to install. Fit was perfect...... am very pleased!
Great site
Vicki
October 6, 2017
My taillight assembly arrived 4 days before expected and in great shape.
Good deal!
T
March 23, 2018
The tail light was cheaper then any other place but good quality. The Website is really straightforward and easy to use. Shipping was fast too! All very smooth.....
Great service
Dean
March 30, 2018
Quick shipping, part is exactly what I needed, good quality , great service
Great Site
S
April 20, 2018
Great shipping and packaging, part is exactly what I needed, good quality , great service would definitely order other parts for my truck from here.
Does what it says on the tin
S
May 8, 2018
I received the product in a reasonable amount of time and it works perfectly
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B
August 26, 2019
Easy install and it works!
taillight
J
December 30, 2019
ordered a new taillight for my Toyota Tacoma, got it when they said it was coming, it also included the light bulbs and wiring harness included, very satisfied.
K
February 5, 2020
The headlights and tail lights fit perfectly went in with these what a difference makes the car look brand new great product thank you
Great Purchase
John
March 1, 2020
After having a small fender bender, I only have liability Insurance and have to repair my own damage I needed to replace my tail light. I ordered my taillight and 1A shipped it real fast and I installed it with no problems Thanks A1 for exceptional service and shipping the correct part for my Tacoma. If I would have went to a local parts store or dealer it would have cost me 2 to 3 times as more.
OUALITY ALL THE WAY AROUND
Leonard
November 9, 2020
I order my parts with confidence, knowing they will fit and are to the manufacturer's specs. Service is always top notch. Prices are fair. Delivery is quick. I need not look elsewhere for my auto needs.
Pleased with good fit
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Rob
November 28, 2023
Very pleased. Arrived well packed, easy to fit in place and all works well. Bolt holes all lined up. Reasonably priced. We'll see how it holds up. Thank you!
Customer Q&A
Will this tail light match the passenger side ?March 12, 2018
R I
10
Yes. It is pretty darn close. I was satisfied with it, and I'm really picky.
March 12, 2018
James B
10
I have had the light in for several months and though I have looked carefully I can find no difference between the new light and the original equipment light.
March 12, 2018
JOHN B
10
Mine matched perfectly
March 13, 2018
Richard W
10
The one I was sent was an exact match to the ones already installed on the truck when purchased
March 18, 2018
Lisa C
10
Detail it was a perfect fitEnter an answer to this question.
March 22, 2018
Richard Z
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