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How to Remove the Tail Lights on a Toyota Tacoma?

Model: Toyota Tacoma N300 - Years: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026
Part: Tail light

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As we can see in this tutorial, removing the tail lights on a Toyota Tacoma is an extremely simple and quick operation. Before proceeding, to operate safely, ensure that the key is not in the ignition, then open the truck bed door and locate the two mounting bolts on the inner edge.

Next, unscrew them using a 10mm socket wrench, grasp the tail light, and pull it out from the body. At this point, you can proceed with replacing the damaged component, whether it is a bulb or the light assembly itself.


Updated on 5 June 2026 by ScegliAuto


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