Bed Lights

I just purchased a 2023 Tacoma. It doesn't have the OEM bed lights, so I ordered the dash switch and relay. Is there a harness under the dash, or do I need to order one? If so, what would the part number be?

 

Here is a better way to go, IMHO.

https://www.tacomaworld.com/threads/fs-waterproof-under-bed-rail-led-lights-3rd-gen.391380/

 

there's definitely a better way.

 

Yours doesn't have the switch on the left side of your steering wheel for the third brake light? Mine didn't have bed lights, but there was already a harness and the switch for the 3rd Brake Light was already on the dash there to the left of the steering wheel down low.

 

OEM Bed Lights is the way to go!

Since OP has a TRD, I would venture to say this "DOOR" switch is in the cabin.



The OEM Bed Lights are plug and play and are plenty bright.

 

Not sure if this is what u are talking about? But got these of Amazon there plug n play

 

Yes, OP, your TRD Off-Road should have that door light switch, it operates the third brake light, and your truck already has the wiring for the bed lights. I just installed some cheap LED's from Amazon for the Tacoma and the wiring was all in mine.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nqK2OsTEQf4

 

The Access Cab does not have the switch because it does not have the high mounted white bed lights on the third brake light like the Double Cabs. The wiring is already there under the dash for the switch.
Here’s the part numbers I used (Canadian but should be the same for US). Took me about 20 mins to install and works perfect.
Any questions, let me know.
Bed Light Kit

$60 PT857-35200 Toyota Genuine 2020 & Newer Tacoma Led Bed Light/Lighting Kit PT857-35200

PT857-35200
Switch

$98 84267-0C020

84267-0C020
Relay

$26 90080-87026 HVAC Blower Motor Relay

90080-87026

 

I'm going to insert foot in mouth now, I didn't catch that it was an Access Cab. The wiring should all be there, just need the switch, relay, and lights.

 

I picked up the parts fmb listed above at local dealer for a '23 access cab. I installed the lights and switch without issue, but when I went to install the relay, there was already one in the slot. The lights still won’t come on with the switch even though there was a relay already in place. (I am first owner, so no other mods have been done that would have added the relay already.) Anyone know what I am missing here? head scratch...

 

Did you verify fuse?
The Taco might be missing the wire from cab to engine bay for that circuit.

Check that EB1 in the engine bay main fuse/relay box

 

Where did you get that bed storage bin ?

 

I doubt it’s a fuse, but valid comment. I’ll check. Thanks for the tip on the wire too. Another one to check. Wondering where you picked up that tidbit?

 

Did you figure this out?

 

Not yet. Life got in the way. It is still on my “to do” list though.