UPDATE: I frequently get asked what type of bulbs are these in the cluster. I've published a follow up video to address that. Check it out here! th-cam.com/video/13m4svMXVgM/w-d-xo.html
I foolishly spent 30 minutes trying to get the screws out that attach the ashtray to the radio assembly, only realized when i popped off the trim shroud that it wasn't necessary, i shoulda paid closer attention to the video. This is a great guide, i recommend testing the bulbs to make sure they work before reassembling completely
Thank you. Officially called HVAC temperature control bulb. Toyota Part #90010-05120. They were available through Advance Auto as well as dealership. ~$11. This video was fantastic.
Great Video Mike!!! It is a shame that Toyota has to make something that should be so simple so complicated... You are a man of skill and patience. Anyone who owns a Toyota Tacoma can really appreciate this video. Thanks again. Kurt Estilow
Magnificent video. So many of these videos on instrument lamp replacement do not really show how every screw and clip comes out, and in what order, and that is the most frustrating part of this job. THANK YOU.
Sir, you and your video have given me the confidence to do this job myself - one of my HVAC bulbs and one my instrument cluster bulbs have burned out. Well done!
Thank You Mike! Just changed out dash instrument back lights (all 4) on my 02. What a pain just to change bulbs! So many parts to take off first! Could not have done it without your video!!! Thanks Again!!!
This instructional video saved me so much money! Thank you so much for all the details. I couldn't get my truck emissions tested in Idaho because the check engine light would not illuminate. I bought new bulbs and watched this step be step video and SUCCESS! 🤗
Just wanted to drop in to say THANK YOU! 3 out of the 4 dash lights were out and one out of three climate control lights were out in my 2002 Toyota Tacoma. I was DREADING doing the repair, but your step by step video saved the day! You, Sir, are THE MAN!
Excellent video, I just changed the bulbs on my girlfriend truck. Two of the four where burnt, so just decided change all of them since it was taken apart already. Your step by step tutorial was on point. Thank you...
Well done sir. How calm and easy going you go about it takes me back to my service in the Air Force rebuilding jet engines with you southern boys. Some of the best mechanics I ever met. Makes me wish I could go back.
Great video Mike. This also helps with stereo removal. Wish you lived near by so I could hire you for the job! Once it warms up here in Minneapolis I plan to do the same swap on my 2002. Thanks bud.
Thank you so much for making this video! I drive a 2003 first gen. truck. I own a Haynes repair manual... but, unless I read it wrong, the book is telling me that I need to take the steering wheel off, to be able to get to that instrument panel! I was about to start taking it off, but then found your video. I just need to replace a couple of those tiny bulbs there. Taking the steering wheel is a pain... Plus, comes with a bit of a risk of getting hit in the face with that airbag, lol! Thank you again, was super helpful.
Gréât video - thanks! Just replaced all four amber instrument lights in my 2004. Excellent instruction turning a complex puzzle into a relatively straight forward task.
This is my 2nd viewing. I am very impressed with your ability to narrate each step without wasting time. You have obviously been born with a gift. Thanks again Mike. Now I need to do mine. I just got a 2004 Tacoma and I am doing about 20 different things it needs. But it is a solid truck so all will be good. ****I only have one dead light on the dash. The large one on the far right. The other bulbs are fine. Wish I could reach that one bulb without all of the dismantling. It is not a hard job following your steps though.
Thank you, Michael!!! My son and I replaced 13 bulbs in his Tacoma...impossible to figure out how to access all of the attachment points without your video. Excellent!
This video was extremely helpful... just wanted to say "thanks!" for making/uploading it. I changed my bulbs out in my 2004 Pre-Runner last night and your video was all I referenced to do it.
Good video. I just replaced a bulb on my 2004 Tacoma - no issues - it was exactly as you described on the video. FYI - you can buy replacement bulbs at your local auto parts store. A Sylvania 194 LongLife Mini Bulb, Pack of 2 is around $5
The 194 bulb is not for this. On the 2002 Tacoma the center cluster HVAC bulbs are Toyota part number 90010-05120, a smaller bulb. So far only the Toyo dealer sells them.
Just finished doing this job. It was easy thanks to this video. You must get your bulbs from the dealer and they may have to order them. Thanks again for making this video.
Fantastic job on this DIY! I like how you showed the part numbers for the new bulbs too. I had been looking for these everywhere. That truck is super clean as well. Very nice and thanks for the clear and accurate video.
Excellent video. I'm not a mechanic, but with the help of this video I'm able to replace the instrument panel lamps in my 03 Tacoma. Thanks for sharing.
Great video. I already did a chunk of that work when I put in a Sony stereo years ago. Too bad the bulb wasn't out then. Funny that it is also the one you replaced. Thanks
Awesome video, excellent instructional pace, no gaps, continuity throughout. You dubmy-proofed this repair succinctly. Dealer better hope you don’t sponsored, they’ll be losing a lot of business in the service dept.
What a great video. You give detailed instructions, without making the viewer sit through the removal of each and every screw. This is very helpful. Thank you for sharing it with us, and my best to you.
Great video Mike! Thank you for the detailed explanation and tips. I had no idea where to even start to replace one of the cluster lights on my brother in law's truck, but got amazingly lucky by finding your video! Thanks again!
Excellent video Mike! I changed out all the bulbs in the instrument panel in my 03 Tacoma. I didn’t want some of the not burned out bulbs failing in a couple of months. One thing I noticed was that there was an orange rubber sleeve that slid over a couple of the bulbs. All the original bulbs were clear. I took the sleeves off and put them on two of the new ones I got. Now the panel looks exactly as before. Thanks!
Thanks Mike, I just bought a 2001 Tacoma and needed to replace a dash bulb, and your video showed me exactly what to do, and everything worked out great. Thanks Mike!
Good clear tutorial. I will be referencing this video to replace some main gauge lights in my wifes Tacoma. Thanks much. Stay safe during this pandemic.
Great Video! Now that I see how much work goes into replacing a bulb, I think I will just hold off on replacing just the one bulb I currently have burned out, and wait till more go out! But will definitely come back to re-watch this video at that time!
ICUinthedark It is always a good idea to replace ALL the bulbs at the same time and test everything before you re-assemble it. There is always the possibility of even a new one being bad or blowing out quickly.
THANK YOU for taking the time and effort to do this! My climate control panel light went out recently and now I know how to replace it thanks to your video.
Great video. Now I know the steps I need to take to do mine. Thinking about leaving the bulb covers as I liked how it looked in your video. Thanks for taking the time to put the whole thing together. The link to aftermarket bulbs is a great bonus. Thanks again for putting this video together.
In the first 30 seconds. I can already tell, you’re my boy. I got a 2004 taco, 379,000 mi and it didn’t pass smog cus the ‘check engine’ light wouldn’t turn on. Thank you
+Michael Wells This is too much work. But thanks for allowing me to see just how much. I am going to ask my garage if they can do it. I will gladly pay as I have a few bulbs in the dash out now plus it's dark where the auto shift is.
Hey, thank you for making this video. Great job, takes all the guess work out of doing this. I have 2 bulbs out which I'm replacing all of them today. Thanks again....!!!!
Great Video. Thanks! Checking to see if you have a video on replacing the gear shift light, have instructions or can help with a referral to another site. Can't find anything for the gear shift light replacement for a 2001 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner. Thanks again!
I am needing to do this job myself very soon. Mostly its because I have a bad connection causing my speedo, odometer and tach to only work part time. But, I need to replace some bulbs while I am at it. The bigger bulbs just look like tag lights. But what size are those smaller ones?
Excellent video and instruction. I have a green 01 Prerunner that I want to change the color of the of the orange lights to green. Thank you for making this video. What you happen to know a good place to order green LED lights?
UPDATE: I frequently get asked what type of bulbs are these in the cluster. I've published a follow up video to address that. Check it out here!
th-cam.com/video/13m4svMXVgM/w-d-xo.html
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@Clay Moses Definitely, have been watching on flixzone for years myself :D
@Clay Moses Yup, been using flixzone for since december myself :)
@Clay Moses Yea, I've been watching on flixzone for since december myself =)
Six years later and still helping someone new! Thank you!
I foolishly spent 30 minutes trying to get the screws out that attach the ashtray to the radio assembly, only realized when i popped off the trim shroud that it wasn't necessary, i shoulda paid closer attention to the video. This is a great guide, i recommend testing the bulbs to make sure they work before reassembling completely
Thank you. Officially called HVAC temperature control bulb. Toyota Part #90010-05120. They were available through Advance Auto as well as dealership. ~$11. This video was fantastic.
UPDATE- My local Advance does not stock them now. They can special order, but they are almost $12.00. My local dealer sells them for $8.31. Cheers
My father and I followed your video today to replace the dash lights in my '01 Tacoma. Worked like a charm! Thanks for saving us a ton of money. :)
Great Video Mike!!! It is a shame that Toyota has to make something that should be so simple so complicated... You are a man of skill and patience. Anyone who owns a Toyota Tacoma can really appreciate this video. Thanks again. Kurt Estilow
Lol Chevy is worse
Magnificent video. So many of these videos on instrument lamp replacement do not really show how every screw and clip comes out, and in what order, and that is the most frustrating part of this job. THANK YOU.
Sir, you and your video have given me the confidence to do this job myself - one of my HVAC bulbs and one my instrument cluster bulbs have burned out. Well done!
Thank You Mike! Just changed out dash instrument back lights (all 4) on my 02. What a pain just to change bulbs! So many parts to take off first! Could not have done it without your video!!! Thanks Again!!!
This instructional video saved me so much money! Thank you so much for all the details. I couldn't get my truck emissions tested in Idaho because the check engine light would not illuminate. I bought new bulbs and watched this step be step video and SUCCESS! 🤗
Just wanted to drop in to say THANK YOU! 3 out of the 4 dash lights were out and one out of three climate control lights were out in my 2002 Toyota Tacoma. I was DREADING doing the repair, but your step by step video saved the day! You, Sir, are THE MAN!
Excellent video, I just changed the bulbs on my girlfriend truck. Two of the four where burnt, so just decided change all of them since it was taken apart already. Your step by step tutorial was on point. Thank you...
Thanks for watching and commenting! I’m glad it helped
Well done sir. How calm and easy going you go about it takes me back to my service in the Air Force rebuilding jet engines with you southern boys. Some of the best mechanics I ever met. Makes me wish I could go back.
With so many poor repair videos on TH-cam, it was great finding this video. Thanks so much for making it.
Changing the cluster bulbs today in my 2003 Toyota Tacoma and I hope I don't lose any screws haha Thanks for the help.
Great video Mike. This also helps with stereo removal. Wish you lived near by so I could hire you for the job! Once it warms up here in Minneapolis I plan to do the same swap on my 2002. Thanks bud.
Thank you so much for making this video! I drive a 2003 first gen. truck. I own a Haynes repair manual... but, unless I read it wrong, the book is telling me that I need to take the steering wheel off, to be able to get to that instrument panel! I was about to start taking it off, but then found your video.
I just need to replace a couple of those tiny bulbs there. Taking the steering wheel is a pain... Plus, comes with a bit of a risk of getting hit in the face with that airbag, lol!
Thank you again, was super helpful.
Glad it helped. Sometimes repair procedures have you really doing more work than necessary. That’s engineers for you.
Gréât video - thanks! Just replaced all four amber instrument lights in my 2004. Excellent instruction turning a complex puzzle into a relatively straight forward task.
Can this be accomplished without the right hand a/c panels being removed?
This is my 2nd viewing. I am very impressed with your ability to narrate each step without wasting time. You have obviously been born with a gift. Thanks again Mike. Now I need to do mine. I just got a 2004 Tacoma and I am doing about 20 different things it needs. But it is a solid truck so all will be good.
****I only have one dead light on the dash. The large one on the far right. The other bulbs are fine. Wish I could reach that one bulb without all of the dismantling. It is not a hard job following your steps though.
I know its been 8 years but Thank You for the video!
Thank you, Michael!!! My son and I replaced 13 bulbs in his Tacoma...impossible to figure out how to access all of the attachment points without your video. Excellent!
Bought my 2003 Tacoma Double-Cab brand new and its finally time to replace some dash bulbs. Great video! Thanks....
This video was extremely helpful... just wanted to say "thanks!" for making/uploading it. I changed my bulbs out in my 2004 Pre-Runner last night and your video was all I referenced to do it.
Best video on You Tube man. I've got that same problem I never would have figured out how to take that apart on my own
Good video. I just replaced a bulb on my 2004 Tacoma - no issues - it was exactly as you described on the video. FYI - you can buy replacement bulbs at your local auto parts store. A Sylvania 194 LongLife Mini Bulb, Pack of 2 is around $5
@Mike Brooks where did you buy them because I couldn’t find them in any auto parts store
The 194 bulb is not for this. On the 2002 Tacoma the center cluster HVAC bulbs are Toyota part number 90010-05120, a smaller bulb. So far only the Toyo dealer sells them.
@@urmumwazhere3188 The 194 is not the correct bulb for the 2002. See my response above for the correct p/n.
Just finished doing this job. It was easy thanks to this video. You must get your bulbs from the dealer and they may have to order them. Thanks again for making this video.
Excellent video Mike,
Great step by step directions, best video I’ve seen on replacing dash light bulbs. Appreciate all your hard work.
Thank you
Honestly one of the most detailed and helpful maintenance videos I've come across. Thanks for the help brother!
Video was easy to follow and made my time replacing bulbs straight forward and without issue. Thank you for fully explaining the steps.
A perfect instructional video! This should make a fun project for the weekend.
Fantastic job on this DIY! I like how you showed the part numbers for the new bulbs too. I had been looking for these everywhere. That truck is super clean as well. Very nice and thanks for the clear and accurate video.
The light behind my fuel gauge went out this morning on my 2002 Tacoma. So glad I found this video. Thanks so much for making this video for everyone.
Excellent video. I'm not a mechanic, but with the help of this video I'm able to replace the instrument panel lamps in my 03 Tacoma. Thanks for sharing.
+Milton Rayford you’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
Great video. I already did a chunk of that work when I put in a Sony stereo years ago. Too bad the bulb wasn't out then. Funny that it is also the one you replaced. Thanks
Awesome video, excellent instructional pace, no gaps, continuity throughout. You dubmy-proofed this repair succinctly. Dealer better hope you don’t sponsored, they’ll be losing a lot of business in the service dept.
What a great video. You give detailed instructions, without making the viewer sit through the removal of each and every screw. This is very helpful. Thank you for sharing it with us, and my best to you.
Great video Mike! Thank you for the detailed explanation and tips. I had no idea where to even start to replace one of the cluster lights on my brother in law's truck, but got amazingly lucky by finding your video! Thanks again!
Excellent video Mike! I changed out all the bulbs in the instrument panel in my 03 Tacoma. I didn’t want some of the not burned out bulbs failing in a couple of months. One thing I noticed was that there was an orange rubber sleeve that slid over a couple of the bulbs. All the original bulbs were clear. I took the sleeves off and put them on two of the new ones I got. Now the panel looks exactly as before. Thanks!
Thanks Mike, I just bought a 2001 Tacoma and needed to replace a dash bulb, and your video showed me exactly what to do, and everything worked out great. Thanks Mike!
Thanks, Mike. Glad to have this roadmap resource for electronic disassembly on my truck.
Best video on this subject! Glad I watched it before I replaced my burnt out bulbs. I’m sure it saved me from breaking things! Thanks
Just completed changing my bulbs. Your video made it an easy job! Many thanks😁
Good clear tutorial. I will be referencing this video to replace some main gauge lights in my wifes Tacoma. Thanks much. Stay safe during this pandemic.
Great Video! Now that I see how much work goes into replacing a bulb, I think I will just hold off on replacing just the one bulb I currently have burned out, and wait till more go out! But will definitely come back to re-watch this video at that time!
ICUinthedark It is always a good idea to replace ALL the bulbs at the same time and test everything before you re-assemble it. There is always the possibility of even a new one being bad or blowing out quickly.
Thanks. After watching this video, I replaced a bulb on my instrument panel in my 02 Tacoma.
You're welcome glad my video could help you out. Thanks for stopping by!
VERY good video and almost the same lights burned out on my truck. you make this look very easy however i think it is above my skill level.
THANK YOU for taking the time and effort to do this! My climate control panel light went out recently and now I know how to replace it thanks to your video.
Great video. Now I know the steps I need to take to do mine. Thinking about leaving the bulb covers as I liked how it looked in your video. Thanks for taking the time to put the whole thing together. The link to aftermarket bulbs is a great bonus. Thanks again for putting this video together.
Great instructional video! Thanks! You should be teaching auto mechanics at a High School!
Very informative video! Thank you… I replaced the heater fan and temp setting lights from the center console!
THANK YOU ! THANK YOU SIR! you are the man I never would have done it without you.
Tanks for the tutorial man. It's quite thorough!
Thanks Michael. I now feel like I can manage taking mine apart, AND get it back together again!
+Terebrate you’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
Thanks so much. This video was much better than other sources I looked at!
Thanks Mike, I replaced all my lights and it was a smooth process Thanks to your video.
Great video. Thank you. I will be replacing bulbs in my climate controls at the same time as putting in a new stereo this weekend.
Just what I needed to get my bulbs all back up and going today.
In the first 30 seconds. I can already tell, you’re my boy. I got a 2004 taco, 379,000 mi and it didn’t pass smog cus the ‘check engine’ light wouldn’t turn on. Thank you
Excellent video. Thank you for taking your time to do this.
You're welcome!
Excellent video! Did not miss a step and explained the procedure the whole way.
I really enjoyed the video. I don't have that problem but it was fun learning how to do it the correct way. Thank you
Michael,
Thanks for posting the video. The steps were easy to follow and encouraged me to tackle other projects on my Tacoma. Thanks again!
Monkey Grips You're welcome! Thanks for stopping by my video!
+Michael Wells This is too much work. But thanks for allowing me to see just how much. I am going to ask my garage if they can do it. I will gladly pay as I have a few bulbs in the dash out now plus it's dark where the auto shift is.
Thank you for the great video. I just completed my replacement of the large dash lights.
Thanks for uploading this gonna replace my bulbs on my Tacoma this weekend
Excellent video Mike. Thank you for making it. I have a 2002 Tacoma SR5 so this was very helpful.
Hey, thank you for making this video. Great job, takes all the guess work out of doing this. I have 2 bulbs out which I'm replacing all of them today. Thanks again....!!!!
Very good instructions. Thank you for your thoroughness.
I found this video to be very helpful. I saved myself some money thus so far.
Wanted to say thank you for your video, it was very helpful and very detail and I appreciate the step by step instructions!
dude you just saved me some cash and heartache. Fixed and ready to go! thanks man
+Miguel Pena You're welcome. I've saved myself a lot of money by learning to fix things myself!
awesome video man. very easy to follow and straight to the point. thanks
Great Video. Thanks!
Checking to see if you have a video on replacing the gear shift light, have instructions or can help with a referral to another site. Can't find anything for the gear shift light replacement for a 2001 Toyota Tacoma Prerunner. Thanks again!
Thanks. Nice, well paced presentation.
Awesome video very helpful, I was to change the light in my climate control myself thanks to you.
Grateful for this...REALLY helped me!
Thanks Mike, you're one of the good guys.
You’re welcome. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video! Now I know how much work will be involved to change my heating/AC control panel!!
Glad it helped!
Thank you very much. The video was done very well and provided all the information I needed.
Best video of all time, you rock. 222k on my taco and still going strong
+JP Smith thanks for watching!
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Now that's going to make it a lot easier for me to change my bulbs.
+lmberish thanks for watching!
Thanks, Mike. This was very helpful and made the job a lot easier for me. Keep up the good work.
Great video man!! I feel like I’m ready to tackle that issue on my Tacoma. Thanks again!!
Great tutorial, thanks for making the video!
Very thorough, very clear, learned something new today! Thanks
thanks for posting as i have 2 of the console lights out, the temp one and the fan one, will be tackling it soon since watching this.
Randy Bahm do u know what the green cogg light mean
Randy Bahm 2014 toyota tacoma
excellent video brother, keep up the good work!
Thanks!! This will save me a lot of time!
Thanks lots Mike! Very well made video and instructions. Cant wait to go replace my girlfriends dash lights. No pun intended! JP/Coos Bay.
Thank you! This saved the day. Very well done video...
Outstanding video sir! Thank you. To all out there who have done this did you stay with the amber bulbs or go clear.
THANK you for taking time to make the VID............YOU did a great job
This was very helpful. Thanks, Mike, for making this video.
Thank you, Michael, for sharing this information. Just what I needed... Nicely done.
Thank you, you explained very clearly and detailed.
I am needing to do this job myself very soon. Mostly its because I have a bad connection causing my speedo, odometer and tach to only work part time. But, I need to replace some bulbs while I am at it. The bigger bulbs just look like tag lights. But what size are those smaller ones?
Thanks a bunch man!!!! My dads has been out for 2 years now lol. Thanks for posting!
Thank you very much. Just did mine and your video was a big help.
Thanks Brother this helped me tremendously 😊
Excellent video and instruction. I have a green 01 Prerunner that I want to change the color of the of the orange lights to green. Thank you for making this video.
What you happen to know a good place to order green LED lights?
your tacoma looks nice and well maintained, thanks for the video, helped a lot.