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Lexus IS Aftermarket tail lights Install Guide

Your Lexus IS

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This page covers the US IS sedan and SportCross. Not the convertible or IS F.

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Easy$120–$40030–60 min
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Why do it

New tail lights are one of the easiest ways to update the back of the car.

Tools you'll need

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Parts to buy

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Before you start

  • Turn the lights off before you unplug anything.

Steps

  1. Swap the outer light

    • Open the trim and swap the outer light.
    Watch this step (Thtkidwihthem, on an IS250) (1:15–4:27)
  2. Swap the inner light

    • Swap the light on the trunk lid.
    Watch this step (4:27–5:12)

How to know it worked

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Safety first

  • Park on flat ground, set the parking brake and chock the wheels.
  • Never get under a car held up only by a jack. Use jack stands.
  • Let the engine and exhaust cool first.
  • Disconnect the battery before unplugging electrical parts.
  • Wear safety glasses.
  • If something doesn't match your car, stop and ask a shop.

Follow your part's instructions and your service manual's torque specs.

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