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Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by HSmith_11, Jan 13, 2018.

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I just want to make sure I don’t pry open the wrong spot and break a clip when I replace the bulb.

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Just use a flathead. The 2 tabs can be seen in your pic.

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Just use a flathead. The 2 tabs can be seen in your pic.
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So just pry above the two tabs?

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