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License Plate Lights not working?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by derekcrichton95, Feb 6, 2022.

  1. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:27 PM
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    derekcrichton95

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    Had the day off so I decided to replace my license plate lights. I was able to successfully remove the old halogen bulbs with both lights still on and working. Took the bulb out and put in the new LED lights and now they don't work. Took the LED lights out and put it in on the opposite side and they still don't work. Tried to put on my old halogen bulbs and now even those don't work. Seems like I did everything right but I don't know why it's not working. It's my first truck so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!
     
  2. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:28 PM
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    crazysccrmd

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    Replace the fuse you blew yet?
     
  3. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:29 PM
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    Check the fuses?
     
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  4. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:29 PM
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    Sounds like a blown fuse. Did you disconnect the battery before replacing the bulbs?
     
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  5. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:36 PM
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    derekcrichton95

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    No I did not. Was that something I should've done before changing the lights?
     
  6. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:37 PM
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    Tacospike

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    Sounds like 22’s are sensitive.

    all above suggestions seem like the cause though
     
  7. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:42 PM
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    The electronic system can be very sensitive so I'd disconnect the battery before doing anything electrical, even changing bulbs.
     
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  8. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:47 PM
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    Copy that. Thank u!!
     
  9. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:47 PM
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    Thank u for your input!! I appreciate it!!
     
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  10. Feb 6, 2022 at 5:48 PM
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    Thank u! I will be checking the fuses.
     
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    Hi,
    I'm new in the forum. 2016 tacoma trd sport. I have the same problem with my brake lights. Can you please let me know what's the fuse for the brake lights? Thanks in advance.
     
  12. Jun 14, 2022 at 11:14 AM
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  13. Jun 14, 2022 at 11:15 AM
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    Thank you so much. Have a great day.
     
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