2018-Present Toyota Corolla Tail Light Bulb Replacement

Written By: Cecil Mrstik
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2018-Present Toyota Corolla Tail Light Bulb Replacement

Difficulty

Easy

Steps

6

Time Required

30 minutes - 1 hour

Introduction

Replacing lights in the rear of a Toyota Corolla is important as they communicate a driver's intent like stopping, turning, and reversing. With minimal tools every driver should become familiar with changing these lights to make sure they are being as safe as possible on the road. Replacing them also saves money and time for all drivers.

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    • The plastic protective cover is held in place by one retention clip at the top and one retention clip at the bottom.

    • Gently use a small pry bar or screw driver to loosen the cover.

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    • Locate the two 10mm bolts that secure the bulb housing in place.

    • Using a socket wrench, extension, and 10mm socket, remove both bolts.

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    • Remove the bulb housing by pulling directly back from the vehicle.

    • To overcome the retention system, you may use the small pry bar or screwdriver to gently apply force between the bulb housing and vehicle.

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    • Twist counter clockwise to loosen the tail light bulb receptacle.

    • In the picture, the two triangles are used to indicate if the housing is loose (triangles not matched up) or tightened (triangles matched up).

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    • Pull the bulb receptacle out of the bulb housing.

    • This should not be forced. If resistance is met, the socket may not be turned counter clockwise completely.

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    • Remove the non-functioning light bulb by pulling it from the bulb socket.

    • Bulb is held in place by retention clips and may require gently working the bulb back and forth while pulling.

    • Insert the replacement bulb into the socket.

Conclusion

Don't forget to verify the new bulb is working before reassembling. To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order. The replacement of the bulb on the last step represents the apex of the repair process and following the steps in reverse order will return the tail light to full functionality.

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