Posted on 09/25/2024 by Alla Lighting
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Ready to upgrade your old halogen bulbs? Learn how to replace and complete the installation of LED license plate light bulbs. Easy installation and tips!
The halogen exterior light bulbs may be too dim in your 2016-2023 Toyota Tacoma, which can make vision difficult, especially in bad weather or severe driving conditions. Upgrading the old halogen bulbs on your Toyota Tacoma with new aftermarket LED bulbs can add a great new look to your vehicle and improve visibility at night for a safer driving experience.
If you choose to upgrade your old halogen bulbs to new LED bulbs, it is best to confirm you have the correct replacement LED bulb by referring to the original bulb or the vehicle’s direct owner’s manual.
We will show you how to install your new ALLA Lighting LED bulbs for your license plate light application.
Bulb sizes for the 2021 Toyota Tacoma license plate light is # 12961 (W5W)
The license plate lights are located near the license plate in the rear bumper.
The first method is to reach under the bumper.Â
Turn the socket counterclockwise to unlock it.
Pull out the incandescent bulb.
Replace it with the LED and test it.
Install the socket back into the housing and turn it clockwise to lock it.
On the driver side you can use method two.
Use your trim tool to pry out the top edge of the assembly.
Pull the assembly out. We highlight here how the clips hold it in.
Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove it.
Pull out the incandescent bulb.
Replace it with the LED and test it.
Line up the tabs on the socket with the slots in the housing.
Install it and turn it clockwise to lock it.
Line up the assembly and push it back into the bumper.
These new LED bulbs are super bright and look great for the license plate lights.
Check out our Step by Step installation video!
Congratulations! Your LED license plate lights installation is now complete in your 2021 Toyota Tacoma. If you experienced any issues during your installation and unable to complete installation, please contact us for assistance. If the LED bulbs are experiencing hyper-flashing, flickering, an error code issues, then load resistors for this application will be required to be installed. These issues can occur due to the LEDs low current nature, which draws much less current than original stock halogen bulbs.
Please feel free to contact us at service@allalighting.com for assistance. Our team of highly trained representatives will be available to assist and provide the best solution. May also visit us at www.allalighting.comÂ
Looking for more LED upgrades for your vehicle. Check out the below bulb guide! For your reference only. All information below is not 100% guaranteed accurate. Please confirm the original bulb part numbers by referring to the original bulb or the vehicle’s direct owner’s manual prior to purchase.
Front Exterior Lights
Front Fog Light Bulb. Stock #: H16 / LED
Front Sidemarker Light Bulb. Stock #: 12961 (W5W)
Front Turn Signal Light Bulb. Stock #: 7440NA
High Beam and Low Beam Headlight Bulb. Stock #: LED
High Beam Headlight Bulb. Stock #: H9
Low Beam Headlight Bulb. Stock #: H11
Rear Exterior Lights
Back Up Light Bulb. Stock #: 921
Brake Light Bulb. Stock #: 7443
Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb. Stock #: 168
License Plate Light Bulb. Stock #: 12961 (W5W)
Rear Side marker Light Bulb. Stock #: 7443
Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb. Stock #: 7443
Tail Light Bulb. Stock #: 7443
Interior Lights
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