Replacing license plate light bulb

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    2007 Toyota Highlander. Showing how to replace the license plate light bulb. Dealer wanted $38.82. Cost me a $1.25 to do it myself.

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  • @EllerthePeridot
    @EllerthePeridot 4 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Thank you! Didn’t even know this was a thing til I got pulled over a few nights ago.

    • @TomCat06
      @TomCat06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Haha me too. Just got pulled over on Saturday. Didnt even know it was a thing.

    • @charlesbrooks1430
      @charlesbrooks1430 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      lmao i got pulled over last night

    • @Mary-zj9jz
      @Mary-zj9jz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i got pulled over tonight the office was really nice kept saying the only reason that i pulled you over was for plate light

    • @lukesavage82
      @lukesavage82 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same bro legit last night🤦🏾‍♂️

    • @catwolf14
      @catwolf14 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My husband got pulled over last night for the same thing, literally right as he was front of our house 🤣

  • @iamajoyous1
    @iamajoyous1 8 ปีที่แล้ว +78

    I think you did a great job on the video and I was able to change both of my license plate bulbs all by my single female self! Thank you!!!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      +Joy Colson Your welcome.

    • @birddog3130
      @birddog3130 5 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      not smart enought to get a man to do it.

    • @lastwhtknight3002
      @lastwhtknight3002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@birddog3130 haha

    • @hezekiahskyler9105
      @hezekiahskyler9105 3 ปีที่แล้ว

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      I stupidly forgot the login password. I appreciate any help you can give me!

    • @knoxcharlie8158
      @knoxcharlie8158 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Hezekiah Skyler instablaster :)

  • @AlexBoomBoomValdez
    @AlexBoomBoomValdez 8 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    after being let off with a warning by a cop last night for not having plate number lights, i had to go replace both of them. i, too, was stymied trying to take the entire assembly off. thanks for posting this video, it helped me a lot

    • @jimwoodworth5685
      @jimwoodworth5685 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Alex Valdez (boomboom) Glad to help you stay straight with law :)

    • @calvin7740
      @calvin7740 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same as you:-(

    • @bwakel310
      @bwakel310 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Alex Valdez I got pulled over last night as well.

    • @__deebzz__
      @__deebzz__ 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      bwakel310
      Got pulled over last night too for the third time

    • @laurapowers9136
      @laurapowers9136 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I got pulled over by officer Galindo with Harris County last night at 11:30 LOL I said I know I wasn't speeding because I was on cruise control and he laughed. No ma'am but your plate is completely dark. He was so nice and I had no clue it was out. He told me to take the warning over to Chimney Rock with the bulb receipt.

  • @jamiemerkler6825
    @jamiemerkler6825 5 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks! Dealer quoted me $40 too, got the bulbs for $4 and about to change them myself 👍🏼

  • @todd5261
    @todd5261 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Of all the videos out there I thought yours was the most thorough and realistic and great job of explaining each step of the way, thanks

  • @EliteNK
    @EliteNK 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Shattered the first bulb with channels, then used needle-nosed to pull the bulb out, then add sure the red dot on the bulb was away from the L / R on the bulb encloser. Works fine, very bright looks great!
    Thank you for this video

  • @Violet_Lotus_
    @Violet_Lotus_ 5 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Ha, I just paid $6 for a pack of 2 bulbs... 4 years after you made this video. Inflation!!

  • @haniehniroomand4901
    @haniehniroomand4901 9 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thank you very much for this tutorial, I just replaced my car's plate light bulb based on your tutorial. It was very easy and only cost $4.50 to buy two light bulbs in #168.
    Thanks again

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Hanieh Niroomand Glad to help.

  • @sharmynkelliehan1252
    @sharmynkelliehan1252 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Got pulled over 2 days ago so I googled how to do this and will replace myself. Thank you for this video because I never paid any attention to license plate bulbs!!! BTW, I was given a ticket, no warning!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow. Where are you from? Around here, you could be missing a bumper, and they won't pull you over.

    • @CL-mp4vn
      @CL-mp4vn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ticket for that ?! Unless they 2 were all out, if just one and you got a ticket, that's bad.

  • @cbrennan8644
    @cbrennan8644 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    My dealer just tried to charge me $45 to change the bulb - thanks for the help!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome :)

    • @uthamanj
      @uthamanj 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow really ? I just recently changed my bulbs ($6 Auto zone) it literally took me 5 minutes.

    • @steptembersw
      @steptembersw 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Goddamn lmaooo

  • @cantrell0817
    @cantrell0817 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for posting this. I wasn't sure how the assembly fit together but your video showed it clearly. Saved me some frustration!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad the video helped out =)

  • @anthonyhood308
    @anthonyhood308 8 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Went to pep boy they wanted to charge me 32 dollars, to change but they did not have a appointment slot, so I schedule for later in the evening and came home, found your video (great instruction by the way), and did it myself in less the 10 mins for both lambs. great stuff thanks you save me 32 bucks and a drive you rock dude..

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad to help out.

  • @Float4Fun
    @Float4Fun 9 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    WOO HOO! Thank you for showing this video and like you, I certainly felt it was something I can do my self. It would be NO surprise to me if the dealer noted on your license plate frame was wanting to charge you an outrageous fee to change the bulb. Clint Newell wanted about $160 to change out our in cabin air filter (.75/hr shop time!) I was able to do it for a Toyota $18 filter and done in 10 minutes.

  • @carlosguerrera
    @carlosguerrera 8 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thanks for taking the time to create this. It helped me with my wife's 4Runner.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Carlos Guerrera Glad to help.

  • @franklinguardado8709
    @franklinguardado8709 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yeah you the GOAT 😂. This is gonna help me avoid getting locked up again

  • @rayandrejewski916
    @rayandrejewski916 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Lots of good "sidebar" advice here...."don't force anything, compare with the old one, test before reassembly". You are an excellent mechanic, in my opinion.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +Ray Andrejewski Thank you.

    • @rayandrejewski916
      @rayandrejewski916 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +tubejim101 The bulb I bought at NAPA auto parts isn't quite as bright as the surviving factory bulb, but at 60 cents, I'm not complaining.

  • @charliem.7492
    @charliem.7492 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks James. This helped a lot. :)

  • @crossphaded
    @crossphaded 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very helpful! I was trying to pull the back socket out like an idiot! Thanks!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad the video helped :)

    • @joeymerlan
      @joeymerlan 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same! 😂😂

  • @ursamajor2000
    @ursamajor2000 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for the video. A pair of bulbs cost me $4.99 at O'Reilly's Auto Parts. I lifted up the hatchback for easier access. Took about 5 minutes.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome :)

    • @trishcook5002
      @trishcook5002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I bought a pair yesterday at oriellys...$7.12! Inflation

  • @dtjones928
    @dtjones928 5 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I thank you for the video. Clearly stated, calmly presented, saved all of us money, and legal hassles too. I would echo ursulamajor2000 that it helped me a lot to lift the hatch when I was putting the units back in. Also, the bulbs were pretty hard to get out. I finally used a pair of pliers to pull them out. Worked like a charm.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad the video helped out.

  • @Junawhat
    @Junawhat ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Wish someone taught me this before now.. but im glad it was you. Great content~

  • @marthatrevino594
    @marthatrevino594 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thank you. I need to change mine. I paid $8 for 2 though.

  • @Flick30_90
    @Flick30_90 9 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks... you exactly addressed my question. Wasn't sure whether to unwrap the electrical tape in the back and pull the bulb out from the back or pull the lens cap off. Very much appreciate your time posting this.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  9 ปีที่แล้ว

      wxjeff80 Thank you.

  • @pellergin
    @pellergin 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I dowsed the old screws with Kroil penetrating fluid. I used the philips head screw #8x3/4 from AutoZone to replace the rusted screws.. Also I had to use vise grips to pull out the old bulb from the frame. Thanks for the video.

  • @user-iq2rx8rs7x
    @user-iq2rx8rs7x ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Changing 2016 Honda Odyssey
    License Plates lamp

  • @AndyAtlas2
    @AndyAtlas2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video! I was trying to pull out the wire also, but, like you, I thought I should check it out.

  • @rajanmathai
    @rajanmathai 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks for uploading the video. Firestone charge $37.50 for labor.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome :)

    • @Mr.Preston3991
      @Mr.Preston3991 6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rajan Mathew they overcharge all the time lol

  • @annahenderson8073
    @annahenderson8073 5 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    got pulled over twice in one night for this issue, at least i can fix it myself

    • @marked4death076
      @marked4death076 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hah! Try pulled over once for it and leads to dui haha bullshit dui at that

    • @jorindagod6817
      @jorindagod6817 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      SAME

    • @R-A-H_-
      @R-A-H_- 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      wtfff, here in Florida you don’t get pulled over for that. I’ve noticed mine were out and wanted some LEDs just to make it stand out. Crazy if you get pulled over

    • @SMGFRESH
      @SMGFRESH 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just got pulled over for it! Gotta grab me a bulb.

  • @diontaedaughtry974
    @diontaedaughtry974 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you this was very helpful and informative 👍👍

  • @christinerolle3876
    @christinerolle3876 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank u ,i will do it myself on my 4 runner.

  • @samedifference66
    @samedifference66 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    thanks for this! i just changed both lights with no problem as a female!

  • @Rick-qr8vb
    @Rick-qr8vb 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks... These instructions were good enough even I figured it out...

  • @sarahbitsinnie1278
    @sarahbitsinnie1278 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing. You save me 45.00

  • @calvin7740
    @calvin7740 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you I got done in about 20:00 mins. It took some doing putting it back in but I got it back in and it only costed me $6.85 at Auto Zone but that is better then what the dealer wanted. Thanks once more :-)

  • @ricpowers1475
    @ricpowers1475 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool, i needed the info, and you provided.

  • @Andersonslc
    @Andersonslc 7 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You're the man! thank you.

  • @dustingonzalez1306
    @dustingonzalez1306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very helpful, thanks.

  • @isabelramirez4377
    @isabelramirez4377 6 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you! that was so easy thanks to you =) I love being able to do things on my own so thanks=)

  • @lilmamagc
    @lilmamagc 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    dang i just paid the man to do this for $24 when i could have done it for 6...

  • @80srockerable
    @80srockerable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Terrible time removing screws on '08. Salt belt. Screws deteriated. I'm resorting to ordering new lenses and cutting old out. It's easier to work on by opening tailgate and bringing to your level.

    • @rayleon0869
      @rayleon0869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have the same issue ,what size bolts are the right ones to replace the old ones ?

    • @rayleon0869
      @rayleon0869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What size are the replacement bolts ,i have the same issue with my 08 highlander

    • @80srockerable
      @80srockerable 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@rayleon0869 I can get you the info tonight. Once I removed the thread portion of the screw I just matched the closest one in a stainless steel phillips pan head sheet metal screws from Lowe's. #8 x 1" or guesstimate. For the right one I was prepared to cut off head with a Dremel like tool. But instead drilled tiny holes around the screw assembly to remove rest of light. Then used vise grips on the remaining. I ordered new Toyota lamps before I did this.

    • @rayleon0869
      @rayleon0869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@80srockerable thanks a million!

    • @80srockerable
      @80srockerable 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@rayleon0869 #8 x 5/8 stainless steel pan head phillips sheet metal screw is what I used. Can get at Lowe's, Home Depot. 3/4" would probably be ok too. Its just going into plastic. Stainless steel won't corrode. Also. I remember drilling small holes to cut off the plastic tab of light that protrudes into area opposite side of screw in order to get out lamp. Its amazing how stubborn the screw was into plastic. Good luck.

  • @SMGFRESH
    @SMGFRESH 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks!

  • @juanjay5958
    @juanjay5958 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just did mine on my 97 4runner.

  • @sambo9376
    @sambo9376 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video! Oregon!

  • @tiger611
    @tiger611 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks. My dealer wanted $35.88 to do this :).

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      +tiger611 It is a shame the dealers gouge so much. Glad the video helped.

  • @hihoian
    @hihoian 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you sir

  • @daboyblunder
    @daboyblunder 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks this was super helpful!

  • @jdiepjd
    @jdiepjd 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you!

  • @mamajo005
    @mamajo005 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mine has electrical tape as well... will the new light bulbs still work?

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Post a video, showing what your talking about, and I will take a look at it.

  • @adonnaygarzonify
    @adonnaygarzonify 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video it helps alot.

  • @cliffsheets73
    @cliffsheets73 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What the?!?. My bulbs don't just pop out like that. I can't get a grip on it.

  • @toniazjajordan4242
    @toniazjajordan4242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bastard really gave me a ticket for my lights being out. Not even a warning.😒 Yeah, guess what I'm doing today...... Anyways, Thanks the video helped!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hope today is a great day for you.

    • @jyou9373
      @jyou9373 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Let me guess, white cop off-course never fails always picking on minorities not all of them but some of them dirty cops, get you a camera don't trust them

  • @equalspro
    @equalspro 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oregon gang

  • @georgekaz9129
    @georgekaz9129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You coudnt open the trunk ??

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Let me know how the bulb change went.

  • @tonyn152
    @tonyn152 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    What year Sienna is this? We have a 2014, and all other videos I've seen show that you have to take off all the inside panels and it is a nightmare. Dealer wants $90 to replace bulbs.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  5 ปีที่แล้ว

      The vehicle in the video is a 2007 Toyota Highlander.

  • @CL-mp4vn
    @CL-mp4vn 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mine is 2004, can use the same bulb #168 for it ?

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your local auto parts store, can look that up for you.

  • @josemorris5502
    @josemorris5502 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    ok i replace the bulbs while the truck was open then i close the truck an start the car an they didnt come on but they come on while the truck is open so whats the problem

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Think they only come on, when you turn your headlights on. Try turning on your headlights, and see if that gets them working.

  • @CostaRicaJack
    @CostaRicaJack 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do you know how to replace the tag light socket?

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว

      The socket shown in this video?

    • @CostaRicaJack
      @CostaRicaJack 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. The Dealer wants $400.00. They say you have to replace the whole thing.

    • @CostaRicaJack
      @CostaRicaJack 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      You can reach me at 7tannersdad@gmail.com

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would check at your local auto parts store. If they can order just the socket, you can cut the wires, and crimp or solder the new one on. If they don't make an after market one, then order one from the a salvage yard.

    • @CostaRicaJack
      @CostaRicaJack 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks. I have tried two parts stores and they do not care it. I guess i have to try the salvage yard.

  • @meiyeengo
    @meiyeengo 7 ปีที่แล้ว

    dear there , can you show me what's kind of bulb I need to use , thanks

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Just go to any auto parts store. Have your Year, Make, and Model number. In my case: 2007, Toyota, Highlander. They will get you the correct bulb for your vehicle. For my vehicle, i use a 168 bulb.

    • @meiyeengo
      @meiyeengo 7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you !

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your welcome :)

  • @moshoodoseni9983
    @moshoodoseni9983 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks

  • @peteyy8980
    @peteyy8980 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where did you purchase the bulbs?

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  6 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mine was a 168 bulb. Any auto parts store should have them. You can have one delivered to your house: amzn.to/2pJ1Glj

  • @issahussein3681
    @issahussein3681 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why no video about Avalon 2001 !!

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't have one. But if I ever get one, and change the light bulb, I will make a video.

  • @emariepetty8221
    @emariepetty8221 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I paid 9 dollars today smh

  • @MistahFen
    @MistahFen 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was quoted $91 for license plate light replacements. Oh boy.

    • @tubejim101
      @tubejim101  6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Always wonder how many people pay that?

  • @ahmedbashir5130
    @ahmedbashir5130 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks sir