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So beds aren’t pre capped like the Tacoma for bed lights :(

Discussion in '3rd Gen Tundras (2022+)' started by benca1, Jun 26, 2022.

  1. Jun 26, 2022 at 11:39 AM
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    benca1

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    Here is a link to the Tacoma oem bed lights.
    https://youtu.be/HYGDWJX9sXQ

    And two pics of tundra bed. One with bed lights and one without.
    Last pic is Tacoma bed with cap for light.

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  2. Aug 8, 2022 at 10:28 AM
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    @benca1 did you end up adding bed lights or finding a way to do so? I'm wondering if the OEM parts can be ordered and added later--even if it means adding the hole manually?
     
  3. Aug 8, 2022 at 10:31 AM
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    Nope I think that was a dumb move by Toyota just like not being able to added limited or above taillights for the tailgate switch.
     
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    When I had my 2019 Tacoma with no bed light, this is what I did. I manual cut the hole out in my bed and installed the bed light. I use this video as reference. I plan to do this exact same thing to the Tundra. I just got to find the bed light part number.

    https://youtu.be/Utp7IYjKUJI
     
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    Maybe PT857-35200

    PT857-35200 - Genuine Toyota Bed Lighting Kit (toyotapartsdeal.com)

    Amazon.com: TOYOTA Genuine 2020 & Newer Tacoma Led Bed Light/Lighting Kit PT857-35200 : Automotive
     
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    This doesn't surprise me too much. People on the forum have already investigated the following:
    • No pre-wiring for the tailgate switch on SR5 & SR models
    • No pre-wiring for the TRD Pro light bar on any model
    • No pre-wiring for rear seat USB-C/power outlets if your truck wasn't optioned with it
    • No pre-wiring for the front fog lights if you're truck is an SR without it (99% sure on this)
    Having no pre-wiring for the bed lights does not surprise me in the slightest bit.

    It used to be that manufacturers would just make 1 wiring harness for each area and leave things unplugged if the truck wasn't optioned for it. It was efficient. Now-a-days, I guess the cost-savings of producing multiple wiring harnesses outweighs the lost efficiency of requiring multiple assembly processes.
     
  7. Aug 8, 2022 at 1:35 PM
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  8. Sep 22, 2022 at 7:10 PM
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    LETS SEE YOUR BED LIGHT MODS!
     
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    Was it determined that there is / is not factory wiring hiding behind the tail lights for factory bed lights ? Now that I have a tonneau cover it would be awesome to install some bed lights and have them work in tandem with the bed light up on the 3rd brake light....
     
  10. Nov 10, 2022 at 4:09 PM
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    You asked for it! 5 bucks from harbor freight.
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  11. Nov 30, 2022 at 2:20 PM
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    So, does that mean there is or isn't pre wiring behind the tail lights on the new tundra's? I'm trying to decide if I want to add a bed light option.
     
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  12. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:02 AM
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    Its now August 2023 and nobody knows a way yet to use the factory bed lights yet?
     
  13. Aug 10, 2023 at 7:05 AM
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    Still waiting for the same ...
     
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