LED Reverse Light upgrade on 5th Gen Toyota 4runner

A video showing you how to install LED reverse light bulbs on your Toyota 4runner. This install was done on my 2018 4runner TRD Off Road but is the same on lots of other models.

The only tools you need are:
1) A flathead screwdriver or a plastic trim removal kit (what I used in the video, you can purchase here: https://amzn.to/2C5hFRB)
2) LED reverse bulbs (https://amzn.to/2zZFjgI)

Detailed instructions:
1) Here I am using the ABN Auto Trim Removal Tool Kit I purchased on Amazon to remove the plastic panels that cover the tail lights. You can use a flathead screw driver but you may risk damaging the plastic cover so I like to use tools made specifically for this task

2) Use the tool to pry off the plastic cover. You will notice in the video that prying from the right side allowed me to get the cover off easily. Once you have the cover off grab lamp socket and turn to the left to free it from the housing.

3) I got these LED bulbs off Amazon. I will put a link for them in the description. They are sold as a pair.

4) Remove the old bulbs by gently pulling on the bulb with one hand while holding the socket with the other. Be careful as the bulb can be hot to the touch. Use gloves if necessary.

5) Replace with the new bulb by simply inserting the bulb into the socket. Insert the socket back into the house and turn it to the right to lock it in place. Before putting everything back I would check to see if the bulb is working correctly. You can do this by engaging the ebrake all the way and then put the car in reverse. Make sure the car does not roll before you hop out. You can ask a friend for help as well.

6) Here I am showing a comparison of the new LED bulb on the left versus the old bulb on the right. The LEDs I purchased output a light temperature of about 6000k versus the old bulb which outputs about 4300k. I personally can’t tell how much brighter the LED bulbs are from first glance. I think I prefer the look of the old yellow bulb but I will give these new LEDs bulbs a shot since I already purchased them.

7) Now repeat the same steps on the other side. I sped through this footage since it’s the exact same as on the driver side.