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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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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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Tacoma Tail Light
David
January 29, 2017
The part fits well and seems to be a good match for original light.
tail light assy
Jack
January 22, 2018
May have ordered wrong tail light assy. Had to switch electrical wiring. Other then that worked fine.
Perfect match
Lauri
July 22, 2018
Perfect replacement and easy to install thanks to the available video.
Perfect fit, fast delivery!
Sebastian
April 3, 2019
I ordered the rear taillight assembly for my fathers 2010 Toyota Tachoma. I've ordered from 1A Auto before, so I knew they wouldn't let me down. The lens fit perfectly and was easy enough for dad to install himself. Shipping was fast and the quality of the product was A+! Definitely recommend this product.
Very satisfied
John
July 13, 2019
Fast delivery, easy to install and matches original light. at a fraction of cost. What more could you ask for? 1A is my new auto parts store.
Great product, Great price!!
T
October 22, 2019
I havent had any issues shopping with 1A Auto.
great pics and good info
E
November 5, 2019
very complete lamp assembly that included wiring as well
Jerry
January 10, 2020
the part came promptly, fit like it should.
satisfied
G
April 2, 2020
The correct parts arrived and fit properly. Satisfied with that end of the purchase.
The only issue was with shipping. Tracking number said in transit while it was sitting at my local post office for a week. Not A1's fault, probably UPS.
Works great.
W
October 23, 2020
The tail light was shipped on time and tail light fit and works great.
christopher
July 24, 2022
Fast shipping, fit perfectly, works great, cant tell the difference. You can tell the quality immediately. Would recommend you guys to my friends.Aloha, Chris
Edward
September 14, 2024
Perfect fit
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