Replacing back up lights
#1
05-21-2011, 06:54 AM
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: New Jersey
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Replacing back up lights
My back up light is out. I looked at the manual, p. 339 and found this
Not crazy about setting up an appointment to handle this.
Is there an easy way for a moderate level DIY-er to handle this?
Thanks!
Lights other than the above If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by your Toyota dealer.
l Front turn signal/parking lights
l High mounted stoplight
l Side marker lights
l Tail lights
l Back-up lights
l Front turn signal/parking lights
l High mounted stoplight
l Side marker lights
l Tail lights
l Back-up lights
Is there an easy way for a moderate level DIY-er to handle this?
Thanks!
#2
05-21-2011, 03:07 PM
Re: Replacing back up lights
You just have to remove the felt trunk-lid liner to get at the back of the socket.
The felt is held in place by plastic clips. To disengage a clip, pull on the 'middle' round part, NOT on the outer ring. If you break one, replacement clips are available: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
The bulbs are 18 watt. http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
The felt is held in place by plastic clips. To disengage a clip, pull on the 'middle' round part, NOT on the outer ring. If you break one, replacement clips are available: http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
The bulbs are 18 watt. http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...layCatalogid=0
Last edited by SteveHansen; 05-21-2011 at 03:10 PM.
#4
05-21-2011, 03:18 PM
Re: Replacing back up lights
I just pulled a couple of mine to look at them, before I wrote that. I used fingernails, not tools.
#5
05-21-2011, 04:01 PM
Re: Replacing back up lights
No big deal to open and reuse these clips. I installed a factory spoiler on my 09 TCH, and had to remove the trunk lid liner. As has been mentioned, gently pull out on the center of the clip, then the whole clip will easily pull out. Once you see one in your hand you will understand how they work.
#7
05-23-2011, 06:20 PM
Re: Replacing back up lights
Just for grins -- did you get a quote from the dealer for replacing that light bulb?
I'm guessing 1/2 hour labor at $175/hour, plus $25 for the part, and $40 for "shop supplies".
I'm guessing 1/2 hour labor at $175/hour, plus $25 for the part, and $40 for "shop supplies".
#8
05-23-2011, 06:37 PM
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 2,051
Re: Replacing back up lights
Nah, my dealer does minor stuff, wipers, etc., gratis. (now Firestone would be another story)
Best part of the backup bulb is it was at eye level, no need to bend over or reach into engine to access it, pop the trunk and it was right in front of me
Best part of the backup bulb is it was at eye level, no need to bend over or reach into engine to access it, pop the trunk and it was right in front of me
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