How to Replace Tail Lights 07-09 Toyota Camry

Difficulty: Advanced · About 70 min · Toyota Camry

Replace a tail light, including removing the rear bumper, on a 2007-2009 Toyota Camry.

Steps

1. Remove the rear bumper

   Remove the Phillips screw in the wheel well liner's access hole and the screw beneath the fender liner, remove the screws underneath the bumper, open the trim buttons, remove the 10mm bolts, mark the bumper's position with tape, pull it out from the side, then separate it from the rear.

2. Remove the tail light

   Pull back the trunk carpet trim, remove the tail light's 10mm bolts, turn the bulb sockets counterclockwise to remove them, then slide the light out.

3. Install the tail light

   Press it into the car, turn the bulb sockets clockwise to seat them, tighten the 10mm bolts, then press the carpet trim back on.

4. Install the rear bumper

   Lift it onto the rear, line up its slots with the holes, push it into place, tighten the 10mm bolts, press the trim button in, then tighten the screw beneath the fender liner and the Phillips screw through the wheel well liner's access hole.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.