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Replacing the Third Brake Light Bulb on the Toyota Yaris

Model: Toyota Yaris Xp130 - Years 2011-2019
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Follow, in this video, described verbally as well, the procedure to replace the bulb of the third brake light on a Toyota Yaris. With the tailgate open, remove the inner panel of the third brake light and disconnect the bulb holder. Now, from the outside, pull out the holder and disconnect the wires, then proceed to prepare the replacement LED strip. You will need to remove the two locking clips, extract it, and prepare the new LED strip, ensuring it is the same length, soldering the wires for connection with a soldering iron. Once done, reattach the locking clips and fit it back into its holder. Finally, from the outside of the tailgate, reconnect the wires, close the inner panel, and test by pressing the brake pedal to check that it lights up. Operation complete.

Updated on 31 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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