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Replacing factory bulbs in the cab w/LED

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by nabdo92285x, Jun 10, 2016.

  1. Jun 10, 2016 at 6:53 PM
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    nabdo92285x

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    So I'm trying to replace those stock bulbs in the cab with some LED ones and I can't figure out how to get the original bulbs out, I got the cover off but my fingers are too big to actually grab the bulbs. Anyone tried this already and have a way to do it?
     
  2. Jun 10, 2016 at 6:56 PM
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    BigE

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    Subbed. Will be doing this soon as my bulbs come in ;)
     
  3. Jun 10, 2016 at 6:58 PM
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    Are you referring to the main console? Pull the whole thing off by starting at the driver's side corner nearest the windshield and working counter clockwise. It comes off in seconds since there's only four pull tabs holding it up.
     
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    I used a piece of duck tape and wrapped the old bulb around it to help grip it and pulled down
     
  6. Jun 10, 2016 at 7:00 PM
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    It's a delicate operation, I used a tiny flat screwdriver and very carefully pried them out.
     
  7. Jun 10, 2016 at 7:04 PM
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    Nailed it. Also when you install make sure it turns on. If it doesn't pull it out and reinstall 180 degrees. I just used some cheap blue smd ebay ones. They work great. I tried the red but they didn't put out enough light. I bought my dome from CSJumper I think.
     
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