how do you remove license plate bulb from the socket

2013 TOYOTA SIENNA
149,942 MILES • 3.5L • V6 • AUTOMATIC
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we know how to remove the actual socket but do we need to break the bulb or change the entire assembly?
Dec 12, 2019 at 3:36 PM
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STEVE W.
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Looks like it takes a 168 peanut bulb. The assembly comes out and uses 1/4 turn locking to secure the socket to the lens. Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.
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Dec 12, 2019 at 3:44 PM
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2005 Toyota Sienna

How do you replace the tag light bulbs?
Oct 19, 2020 at 5:08 PM (Merged)
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ZACKMAN
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Remove license plate lamp assembly a. Release the 2 claw fittings and disconnect the license plate lamp assembly b. Disconnect the connector and remove the license plate lamp assembly c. Pull the lamp straight out.


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2004 Toyota Sienna 6 cyl Front Wheel Drive Automatic

i need to change 1 of the 2 license plate lights but don't see any entry.I'm assuming I might have to take off the whole interior panel of the lift door but I'n not sure and not sure how to do it???
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The back door interior panels are held in with special clips. To disengage these clips you must first purchase a clip remover. Then simply disengage the clips to remove the panels. Then remove the back door pull strap and trim board assembly. Remove teh sub-assembly outside panel and then you can remove teh license plate lamp assembly. Do this by releasing the 2 claw fittings and disconnecting the license plate lamp assembly.


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Oct 19, 2020 at 5:08 PM (Merged)
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