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Installing fog lights

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by Muddy Duck, Oct 15, 2024.

  1. Oct 15, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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    Muddy Duck

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    I am trying to install fog lights to my 2018 SR. I watched videos on it and it looks pretty simple and easy. I have removed the 3 screws that tighten the wheel well cover but I have a hard time to pull the cover open wide enough for my hand to reach in to the front to anchor the light and to put in that one screw to hold it in place.

    Alternatively, can I reach in from the top under the hood to anchor the light and to put in the screw? Any suggestions are welcome. Thanks,
     
  2. Oct 15, 2024 at 3:51 PM
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    fathomblue

    fathomblue I used to be disgusted; now I'm just amused.

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    It's a simple job to remove the grill and then you can easily get to the fog light.

    Two screws on top of the grille, two push pins on the sides, unplug the radar sensor and then a firm pull and the grille comes right out.
     
  3. Oct 15, 2024 at 3:53 PM
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    drizzoh

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    I swapped mine out twice just reaching straight down behind the headlights. Didn't have to remove anything except the 1 phillips screw that holds the factory fogs on.
     
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  4. Oct 15, 2024 at 5:39 PM
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    Shit I found on CL or EBAY that I could screw on.
    Removing the grill and the air dams will make it easier. You'll still have to reach down there and pull the one screw. Then you will have to get back in there to adjust the height. it can all be done from the front of the truck. No need to access from the wheel well.
     
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  5. Oct 15, 2024 at 7:25 PM
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    Thanks for the instruction. I will give it a try and report back.
     

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