Fixing the Dim Interior Lights on the 6th Gen Toyota 4Runner

[IRFAN0922]

One interesting thing about the 6th Gen Toyota 4Runner is that it comes with LED interior lighting from the factory. However, Toyota went extremely cheap on the actual LED modules. Most of the interior lights appear to use only one or two small LED diodes, which results in very low light output (low lux).

Since all 6th Gen 4Runners come with a black interior, the dim factory lighting doesn't do the cabin any justice. At night, the interior visibility is much worse than it should be for a modern SUV.

After doing some research, I found several plug-and-play LED circuit board replacements on Amazon. They are not the cheapest option, but they're reasonably priced and offer a significant improvement in brightness. Installation is straightforward, although it does require a few extra steps compared to simply replacing a bulb.

I'm putting together a step-by-step installation guide to help anyone interested in upgrading their interior lighting. This was a last-minute video, so I wasn't originally planning to record the process. I decided to share it anyway because I hope it helps the 4Runner community and saves others some time.


Video Link -
Amazon Link -https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DB1T18J7?th=1

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[AF VETERAN]

Interesting commentary for sure, made it interesting. Appreciate all your efforts with great results. Thxs for posting. Doing upgrade!!

 

[BonRunner]

These cheap, Chinese LED lights replacement haven been out for almost a year. Many people have them. Long term reliability is still in question as with cheap LED, it will flickers in less than a year.

We're still waiting in inexpensive bright LED replacement for the main 1st row.

 

[Mike N]

Meso Customs map and dome LED's

are worth a look. Bright white or switch to red. Easy install.

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