2014-2021 Toyota Tundra LED Conversion for the Rear & Interior | HR Tested

After adding a strong light bar and upgrading the headlights, we thought our 2014–2021 XK50 Toyota Tundra needed some work done on the other lighting areas. The front blinkers, taillights, and various interior lights will all be upgraded today.

These lights aren't all the same, unfortunately. To make things easier for you, we will go over the fundamentals of installing and changing the bulbs in each light. Along with how to install a resistor, we'll go over some safety measures you might need to take when installing new bulbs.

INSTALLATION

We won't mince words about the installation today. We recommend that you have a pry tool set, a drill, a screwdriver, and needle nose pliers before you start. In this blog article, we briefly discuss the toolkit.

Let's get started now that we have the necessary equipment!

Turn Signal

This project will be convenient if you are currently installing your headlights. If you have already installed your Moto moto XB LED Gen2 headlights, as we have, you will need to access the rear of the headlight from the engine bay in order to install the turn signal bulb.

To begin, open the hood and extend your hand to the rear headlight. Locate the 7443 incandescent lightbulb and rotate it in the opposite direction.

We advise using the GTR Lighting Carbide 2 or the indication I-LED Bulb from GTR Lighting to replace the stock turn signal bulb. Together with the XB LED headlight, the I-LED has a fantastic aftermarket appearance. We haven't noticed any hyper flashing with the Carbide 2, which is a fantastic alternative.

However, if you want more information, installing the I-LED light is simple. To install this lightbulb in your Tundra, screw it into place with three screws at twelve, three, and nine o'clock. After that, you may plug it in and put it inside the headlight housing.

Interior Lights

Sitting in the car is made dreary by all those incandescent lightbulbs scattered throughout the cabin. Because they are so dull, they require an LED replacement. Either this Morimoto Interior Pry Tool Kit or the pry tool kit we suggested can be used.

We'll begin by looking at your map. To start, remove the plastic glass so that the T10 bulb is visible. Because the bulbs are so hot, avoid using your fingers to remove them. Pull them off with a pair of needle nose pliers.

It is recommended that you replace your map light with either a 6 or 10-chip bulb or the directed GTR Lighting Carbide 2. Compared to the Carbide 2, the 6-chip and 10-chip bulbs are slightly more expensive, but they produce more light. The brighter look may appeal to some people but not to others.

If the light bulb does not turn on first, turn it 180 degrees and re-plug it. These lights won't turn on in specified places because they are polarity-specific. After that, you can replace the plastic cover.

After removing the plastic covers, you can see the 29mm Festoon bulbs in your vanity light. To get rid of them, use needle nose pliers. Avoid squeezing the bulbs too tightly to avoid breaking the festoon.

We advise replacing it with Festoon bulbs from the GTR Lighting series. These perform admirably and are quite intelligent. Because Festoon bulbs are polarity-specific, spin them 180 degrees if they don't turn on.

We will then swap out the footwell light. You need a T5 bulb for this. The T5 bulb from GTR Lighting is what we advise. If you want much more output and color possibilities, choose the interior illumination kit, even though it is bright.

To replace the footwell light, use needle-tip pliers to reach beneath the dash and remove the lightbulb. The plastic cover is absent.

To swap out the dome lights on your Tundra, climb into the back seat. To reach the two T10 bulbs, remove the tin plate and plastic cover, just like you did with the previous ones. A needle nose   plier can be used to remove them.

Because they face out, we advise replacing them with either a 6-chip or a 10-chip bulb. Because they are directional, the Carbide 2 bulbs will be pointed in the incorrect direction for this use case. Before inserting the new LED bulbs, replace the zinc plate.

Exterior Lights

We'll start by changing the T10 bulb in the license plate lights on the outside of the vehicle. This improvement will greatly benefit your car. Even though it might not seem like much, it can significantly improve your Tundra's overall appearance.

Only a select number of bulbs may be used with these lights, including the GTR Lighting Low-Profile Bulb. It gives you fantastic color and fits comfortably. For those who want to change more than just the bulb, Morimoto also produces housing designed especially for the Tundra.

Additionally, your tag has an LED lightbar that turns on when you shift into reverse. If you're interested, here's how to install one on your Tundra or other truck.

The taillight bulbs will then be changed. Using a T30 Torx bit, remove the two bolts to expose them. Next, you can pry the car's taillight housing off. Rotate the three bulbs counterclockwise to remove them.

When changing your taillight bulbs, the LED bulb needs to match the color of the lens.

First, the T15 turn signal bulb will be changed. We advise using the GTR Lighting T15 Carbide 2, which requires a resistor. Remove the plastic shielding and electrical tape before installing the resistor. Allow adequate space so that the resistor may be mounted. You will need adequate slack to plug the lightbulb into the housing.

The resistor kit includes a blue plastic piece to connect the two wires to the white and blue wires. Using some pliers, pinch the clamp together. The resistor wire ends should then be attached to each clamp.

Put the electrical tape and plastic covering back on. To prevent the resistor's heat from causing issues, mount it to a metal surface inside the car.

We showed you the 1000-lumen reverse bulb about a year ago. We now have the 7440 GTR Lighting Ultra Reverse Light, which is a better option for you. It can be connected to the reverse light wire plug and offers 1200 lumens. Turn it 180 degrees, and it should turn on; if it doesn't, it should.

Remember that the reverse light is a pressure fit; thus, pushing a little more will be necessary to flip the bulb into place.

We'll swap out the 3157 brake light bulb for the final component of the taillight. The GTR Lighting Carbide 2 is what we suggest. This light doesn't require a resistor; it may be plugged into the electrical socket.

Reinstall the taillight after all of the bulbs have been installed.

Cargo and Third Brake Light

They are simple to replace. The T15 and T10 cargo lights can be seen after removing the lens by unscrewing the four Phillips screws.

The T10 bulb that we installed in the map light can now be installed here; however, it will be red. If you require a stronger light, you may also use the Carbide 2 light that we used for the brake light.

Because of their brilliance, we once again utilized the Carbide 2s for the bed lights. Because the bed light bulbs can get extremely hot, remove them with needle nose pliers. Additionally, because these lights are polarity-specific, turn the lightbulb 180 degrees if it does not turn on.