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2003 Toyota Solara Tail Light Replacement

Introduction

Do you have a broken tail light? Follow this guide to learn how to check and then replace a broken taillight on the 2003 Toyota Solara.

What you need

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    • Park the vehicle and turn off the engine.

    • Step on the brake pedal to confirm whether or not the tail light is responsive.

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    • Reach underneath the steering wheel. Then, place your hand to the left to remove the fuse box cover.

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    • Reference the fuse box guide on the back of the cover.

    • Locate the fuse number that corresponds to the tail light (2nd column, last row).

    • Replace the tail lamp if the fuse is still functional.

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    • Open the vehicle's trunk.

    • Unscrew the plastic fastenings located inside the trunk.

    • Detach the panel covering the tail light.

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    • Untwist the wired socket to expose the lamp bulb.

    • Check the bulb for discoloration (if it is clouded, replace the bulb).

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    • Insert the new bulb into the socket.

    • Push until there is an audible "click".

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Conclusion

To reassemble the tail lamp, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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