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37r tail light bulb?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Care, Maintenance and Troubleshooting' started by HiccaBurp, Sep 21, 2014.

  1. HiccaBurp

    HiccaBurp Junior Member

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    After 7 years, I'm changing my first tail light bulb on my '07 Touring. The bulb is a "37r"? Not a common bulb. Is there a replacement for these?

    Thanks!
     
    #1 HiccaBurp, Sep 21, 2014
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  2. bisco

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    my daughter picked up a pair from the local auto parts store for her '08, no prolemo. 5 bucks i think.
     
    #2 bisco, Sep 21, 2014
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    Don't go by those markings on the bulb. You need to walk the bulb into your local auto parts store, or go to a chain tire/repair store (ie Firestone), to double check.

    Toyota vehicle owners manual says its a 5Watt, wedge base bulb. LINK

    Buy the LONG LIFE version and change both sides (right and left). Why? The other side will burn out soon. It will also be dim compared to the new bulb; this is esp noticeable with headlight bulbs and tail brake light bulbs (which doesn't apply to Prius b/c LED).
    Philips 12961;
    Osram Sylvania 2825; $7 Amazon
     
    #3 exstudent, Sep 24, 2014
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  4. AceDeuceCoupe

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    Is it an easy DIY to change bulbs? I have my first one on my 2007 tail light also.
     
    #4 AceDeuceCoupe, Nov 7, 2016
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