[John M]

Do all the brake lamps use dual filament bulbs (1157)? I ask because i have some 1156 red LED lamps meant for brakes.

 

[Vangm25]

They will hyperflash and they have the possibility to cause weird electrical issues.

 

[John M]

@Vangm25 last edit didn't take. I have used LED 1157's in the past for the brakes. No real issue. Just the dash warning light.

 

[71Corolla]

The brake/running light portion of the tail lamp uses 1157 bulbs.

 

[John M]

I'll have to find another use for them!

 

[white90dx]

1156 is used for the center brake light and turn signals in the rear. Along with front turns signals on '87-'90 (91 uses 1157 in the front for some reason).

-Charlie

 

[71Corolla]

(91 uses 1157 in the front for some reason).

-Charlie

Maybe Toyota was thinking of using a dual mode marker/signal light setup but never went through with it. Would explain why '91 has clear lenses.