How To Change Tail Light On 2012 Toyota Camry

Remove the trunk liner cover in part to access the taillight assembly placed on the truck.

Remove the last fastener from the outside corner of the trunk, and the assembly should now be able to be removed.

Does a Toyota Camry’s brake light bulb swap out easily?

Because they don’t interfere with your vision, it’s understandable why so many burned-out taillights go unseen and unaltered. However, having a burned-out taillight makes it harder for people to see you! This can be quite problematic while driving at night because it might be difficult for people to see you when they are driving behind you when you brake or are on a road with few lights!

Fortunately, if you do find your taillight is broken, you can fix it quickly and easily. Because Toyota cars are designed to be simple for any driver to operate, changing a taillight in a Toyota Camry can be done in just 5 simple steps:

Usually, if both of your tail lights go out at once, you need to change your fuse. To identify the fuse, see your owner’s manual. If the metal component within the taillight fuse is whole, the fuse is still good; however, if the metal appears to be broken, the fuse has blown and has to be replaced.

Any auto shop and several department stores in Brampton, Ontario, will have standard tail lights for your automobile, including taillights for a Toyota Camry. To determine the size or type of light to purchase, a guide is typically provided.

In most cases, a screwdriver will be sufficient to accomplish this, but if there aren’t any screws, you might need to open the trunk to gain access to the lights. It’s time to change the bulb once you remove the covers or can see the lights.

Replace the fuse if that was the problem, then try turning on your lights again.

Like other light bulbs, the bulbs are replaceable by unscrewing them. Be careful when screwing in the replacement bulb because they are still fragile.

It’s time to put everything back together the same way you pulled it apart after changing the bulb so you can check your work!

How is a backlight installed in a car?

Replacing a Tail Light

  • Step 1: Open the tailgate or trunk.
  • Step 2: Remove the tail lamp assembly (if needed)
  • Step 3: Remove the bulb.
  • Step 4: Insert a replacement bulb after adding bulb grease.
  • Step 5: Reattach the component (if needed)
  • Repeat step 6 on the opposite side.

How much is a bulb for a rear brake light?

Anyone can learn how to replace a broken brake light. A replacement bulb costs approximately $10, and doing it yourself will save you about $20 in labor costs as well as the time it would take to drive to the shop and wait for the work to be completed.

Why is my Toyota Camry’s brake light on?

Braking System Alert Light indicates that the brake system is broken or that the brake fluid level is low. Additionally, when the parking brake is not released, this light illuminates. If the parking brake is fully released and the light goes out, the system is in good working order. Contact your Toyota dealer right once and stop the car somewhere safe. The risk of continuing to operate the car is high.

Warning: Low Engine Oil Pressure Low engine oil pressure is indicated by a light. Contact your Toyota dealer right once and stop the car somewhere safe.

Risk Light Only when the hazard lights are on should the light come on. When activated, the light could flash in unison with the four-way flashers.

SRS Alert Light indicates a problem with the seatbelt pretensioner system, the front passenger occupant categorization system, or the SRS airbag system. Have your local Toyota dealer check out the car right away.

Warning Light for Tire Pressure Adjust the tire inflation pressure (including the full-size spare tire) to the recommended level when the light flashes to indicate low tire inflation pressure, such as from natural causes or a flat tire. A short while later, the light will go out. Ask your Toyota dealer to inspect the system if the light does not go off after adjusting the tire inflation pressure. A problem in the tire pressure warning system is indicated when the light turns on after blinking for one minute. Ask your Toyota dealer to check the system.

Front Fog Light Indicator* Signals the activation of the fog lights. In challenging driving situations, including in the rain or fog, the fog lights increase visibility. If installed, they can only be used when the headlights are on the low beam.

Lamp That Indicates a Problem indicates a problem with the electronic throttle control system, the electronic automatic transmission control system, or the electronic engine control system. Have your local Toyota dealer check out the car right away.

A fault in the vehicle’s charging system is indicated by the charging system warning light. Contact your Toyota dealer right once and stop the car somewhere safe.

Light Plug Before a diesel vehicle can be started, the glow plugs must be warmed up. When the ignition is turned on for the first time, this light will stay on until the plugs are ready. Ask your Toyota dealer to check the system.

A problem in the ABS or the Brake Assist (BA) system is indicated by the ABS Warning Light. Have your local Toyota dealer check out the car right away.

Traction indicator This light flashes to show that the VSC/TRAC systems have been activated if the vehicle is in risk of slipping, rolling backward when beginning on an uphill, or if the front wheels (2WD models) or four wheels (4WD models) spin.

Warning: Low Fuel Level Light indicates that there is roughly 2.9 gal (10.7 L, 2.4 imp.gal) or less of fuel left. Correction method: Fill up the car.

Foot Pedal Light Put your foot on the brakes. It can come on when you try to start the car or shift into gear. This image may feature a theme for several automobiles.

Temp. of the oil A car that has been properly warmed up will operate at its best. This sign warns you not to push the car too hard until it achieves the proper operating temperatures and that the engine temperature is still low.

Our modern vehicles are outfitted with robust computers and sensors that can identify practically any internal issue. This technology enables our knowledgeable specialists to swiftly and accurately diagnose any issues with your vehicle. However, if you don’t know what they all indicate, the signs on your dashboard might be frightening and cause you to become anxious.

Here is our explanation of what those indications represent and what to do when they light up.