How do I replace the 3rd brake light? (96 Camry) - Toyota Nation Forum : Toyota Car and Truck Forums

MasonTwo · 02-02-2008, 04:02 PM

The center high mounted tail light went out, and I'm not sure how to go about replacing it.

Mike Gerber · 02-02-2008, 04:31 PM

You need to remove the cover. You are supppose to be able to get the cover off from inside the car, but I have never been able to do that without fear of braking it. I found the best way to do this is to lay down inside the trunk and look up at the tangs that hold the cover on. You will see how to wiggle and push them up from the bottom. After that it is like changing any other bulb. If you have your owner's manual, the procedure should be in there. I think the bulb number is a 921, but I am not certain of that.

Mike

***RningOnFumes*** · 02-02-2008, 04:34 PM

No, there is an easier way. It's something like pushing the cover down and pushing forward. Makes it loose and then you can just pull it up.

gowest · 02-24-2008, 05:11 PM

After struggling for 15 minutes I read this post. Rningonfumes is correct. Push down on the cover and forward (towards the rear of the car). Then it lifts right off - very easy.

Thanks! I was loosing this battle.