2012 TOYOTA HILUX headlight bulb

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4-3. Do-it-yourself maintenance
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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Light bulbs
You may replace the following bulbs by yourself. The difficulty level
of replacement varies depending on the bulb. As there is a danger
that components may be damaged, we recommend that replacement
is carried out by any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another
duly qualified and equipped professional.
Preparing for light bulb replacement
Check the wattage of the light bulb to be replaced. (P. 614)
Front bulb locations
Front fog light*Front position light Side turn signal light
*
(fender-mounted type)
Headlight
Front turn signal light

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Replacing light bulbs
Headlight
Before replacing the bulbs (right side only):
Release the clips of the air
cleaner filter cover, and remove
the cover to allow easy access to
the light bulbs.
Rear bulb locations
*: If equipped
Rear fog light
(right-hand drive vehicles)
or back-up light Stop/tail lights
Rear turn signal lightLicense plate
lights
Rear fog light
(left-hand drive vehicles)
or back-up light
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Maintenance and care
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)Replacing the following bulbs
If any of the lights listed below has burnt out, have it replaced by
any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional.
Side turn signal lights (mirror-mounted type) (if equipped)
High mounted stoplight (if equipped)
When installing the rubber cover of the headlight
Ensure the rubber cover is securely attached.
LED light bulbs
The high mounted stoplight consists of a number of LEDs. If any of the LEDs
burn out, take your vehicle to any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or
another duly qualified and equipped professional to have the light replaced.
Condensation build-up on the inside of the lens
Contact any authorized Toyota dealer or repairer, or another duly qualified
and equipped professional for more information in the following situations.
Temporary condensation build-up on the inside of the headlight lens does
not indicate a malfunction.
Large drops of water have built up on the inside of the lens.
Water has built up inside the headlight.
Fit the rubber cover outer circumfer-
ence in firmly.
Fit the rubber cover around the light
bulb in until the light bulb plug can be
seen.

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CAUTION
Replacing light bulbs
Turn off the lights. Do not attempt to replace the bulb immediately after
turning off the lights.
The bulbs become very hot and may cause burns.
Do not touch the glass portion of the light bulb with bare hands. Hold the
bulb by the plastic or metal portion.
If the bulb is scratched or dropped, it may blow out or crack.
Fully install light bulbs and any parts used to secure them. Failure to do so
may result in heat damage, fire, or water entering the headlight unit. This
may damage the headlights or cause condensation to build up on the lens.
To prevent damage or fire
Make sure bulbs are fully seated and locked.
Check the wattage of the bulb before installing to prevent heat damage.

614 6-1. Specifications
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Light bulbs
A: H4 halogen bulbs
B: HB4 halogen bulbs
C: Wedge base bulbs (clear)
D: Wedge base bulbs (amber)
E: Single end bulbs (amber)
F: Single end bulbs (clear)
G: Double end bulbs
*: If equipped
Light BulbsWTy p e
ExteriorHeadlights 60/55 A
Front fog lights
*51 B
Front position lights 5 C
Front turn signal lights 21 D
Side turn signal lights 5 C
Rear turn signal lights 21 E
Back-up lights 21 F
Rear fog lights
*21 F
License plate lights 5 C
Stop/tail lights 21/5 F
InteriorInterior light 8 G
Personal lights 8 C

625 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Floor mat .................................. 452
Fluid
Washer.................................. 493
Four-wheel drive system
Front drive control lever ........ 211
Front fog lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 528
Switch ................................... 195
Wattage................................. 614
Front passenger’s seat belt
reminder light ........................ 554
Front position lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 530
Switch ................................... 191
Wattage................................. 614
Front seats
Adjustment .............................. 68
Front turn signal lights
Replacing light bulbs ............. 532
Switch ................................... 173
Wattage................................. 614
Fuel
Capacity ................................ 601
Fuel gauge ............................ 176
Fuel pump shut off system .... 548
Gas station information ......... 636
If you run out of fuel and
the engine stalls.................. 587
Information ............................ 615
Refueling ................................. 97Fuel door .................................... 97
Fuel filler door............................ 97
Fuel filter .................................. 495
Fuel pump shut off system ..... 548
Fuses ........................................ 509
Gas station information .......... 636
Gauges ..................................... 176
Glove box ................................. 437
Hands-free system
(for cellular phone)................ 382
Head restraints
Adjustment .............................. 76
Headlight cleaner..................... 201
Headlights
Replacing light bulbs............. 526
Switch ................................... 191
Wattage ................................ 614
Heaters
Seat heaters ......................... 450
Side mirror ............................ 264
Hood ......................................... 478
Hooks
Deck...................................... 460
Horn .......................................... 175F
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626 Alphabetical index
HILUX_EE (OM0K132E)
Identification
Engine ................................... 599
Vehicle .................................. 598
Ignition switch.......................... 162
Ignition switch light ................. 433
Illuminated entry system......... 434
Indicator lights ......................... 180
Initialization
Items to initialize ................... 617
Inside rear view mirror .............. 87
Intercooler ................................ 488
Interior lights
Interior lights ......................... 433
Switch ................................... 434
Wattage................................. 614
Jack
Vehicle-equipped jack ........... 557
Jack handle .............................. 557
Keyless entry ............................. 46
Keys
Engine switch ........................ 162
If you lose your keys ............. 578
Key number............................. 44
Keyless entry .......................... 46
Keys ........................................ 44
Wireless remote control key.... 46License plate lights
Replacing light bulbs............. 536
Wattage ................................ 614
Light bulbs
Replacing .............................. 525
Wattage ................................ 614
Lights
Engine switch light ................ 433
Fog light switch ..................... 195
Headlights switch .................. 191
Interior light list...................... 433
Interior light switch ................ 434
Personal light switch ............. 434
Replacing light bulbs............. 525
Turn signal lever ................... 173
Wattage ................................ 614
Limited slip differential ........... 220
Maintenance
Do-it-yourself
maintenance ....................... 474
Maintenance data ................. 594
Maintenance requirements ... 470
Manual headlight leveling
dial .......................................... 192
Manual transmission ............... 170
Meter
Instrument panel light
control................................. 178
Meters ................................... 176I
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