How To Replace Taillight and Bulb 01-06 Hyundai Elantra

Difficulty: Beginner · About 30 min · Hyundai Elantra

Replace a taillight assembly or bulbs on a 2001–2006 Hyundai Elantra by accessing the lamp from the trunk and reconnecting its harness and grommet.

Steps

1. Remove the taillight cover

   Twist off the two hand fasteners and remove the trunk-side taillight cover. Remove the three 8mm nuts and unplug the lamp harness.

2. Remove the lamp assembly

   Push the wiring grommet through its opening and pull the taillight straight from the body. Protect the paint and keep the locating pin from catching on the panel.

3. Replace any failed bulbs

   Twist each bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the housing. Replace failed bulbs with matching types and lock each socket back into its opening.

4. Reinstall the taillight

   Feed the wiring through the body opening and seat the locating pin. Pull the grommet through, reconnect the harness, and reinstall the three nuts and cover.

5. Test the lights

   Check the tail, brake, turn, and reverse lamps before driving. Confirm the cover is secured and no wiring is pinched.

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