Parts for your 2011 Honda Elysion-Tail lights

2011 Honda Elysion tail-lights — purpose, upkeep, and replacement tips

Tail-lights are absolutely fitted to the 2011 Honda Elysion. Honda’s service literature for the Elysion (rear combination light procedures) and parts catalogues list complete rear lamp assemblies and bulb holders for this model. Regulatory requirements also make them a must: Australian Design Rules ADR 13/00 (installation) and ADR 49/00 (front/rear position and stop lamps), UNECE R7/R48, and New Zealand’s Land Transport Rule: Vehicle Lighting 2004 all require illuminated rear position lamps on passenger vehicles. So, tail-lights are relevant, expected, and standard kit on the 2011 Elysion.

On this model, the rear combination lamp houses the tail (rear position) light along with stop, indicator, reverse and, on some trims, a rear fog. Depending on grade and market, the tail function may use conventional wedge bulbs or LED arrays. Either way, the brief is the same: stay visible from behind at night and in foul weather, make braking and turning crystal clear, and keep the car compliant for WOF/RWC checks.

As part of routine servicing, tail-lights deserve a quick once-over. A cracked lens or a dull bulb invites moisture, patchy light and defect notices. Many Elysions use common bulb sizes such as T10 (5W) for the tail function and T20/7443 (21/5W) for combined stop/tail, but variants differ—always match the owner’s manual or lamp markings. For bulb-style lamps, access is typically from inside the tailgate area: remove the trim cover, undo the retaining clips/10 mm nuts, ease the cluster straight back, twist out the bulb holder, and replace like-for-like. Avoid touching halogen glass with bare fingers and check the gasket is seated before refitting.

LED-equipped clusters last longer but can still fail or show condensation if the housing seal ages. A light fog that clears after a drive can be normal, persistent moisture points to a compromised seal or vent. Replacement of the whole assembly is often the tidy fix. After any work, test tail, brake, indicator and reverse with the park lights on to confirm correct brightness and colour.

• Inspect lenses and operation every 6 months or at each service.
• Clean lenses with mild car shampoo, avoid harsh solvents.
• Use dielectric grease on connectors in coastal conditions.
• Choose ADR/UNECE-compliant parts to stay street-legal in AU/NZ.

Done right, the Elysion’s tail-lights keep the van visible, compliant, and looking sharp.

Popular questions about 2011 Honda Elysion tail-lights

What bulb type does the 2011 Elysion use for the tail function?
Bulb fitment varies by trim and market. Many use a T10 (5W) for tail and a T20/7443 (21/5W) for combined stop/tail, while some higher-spec lamps use LEDs. The safest bet is to check the owner’s manual, the marking on the bulb holder, or the Honda parts label tied to the vehicle’s VIN.

Is it legal to swap the tail bulbs to aftermarket LEDs?
In Australia and New Zealand, replacement lighting has to meet ADR/UNECE and NZ Vehicle Lighting Rule requirements for colour, intensity and beam pattern. LED retrofit bulbs in housings designed for halogen may be non-compliant. If LED is desired, use ADR/UNECE-approved replacements or a complete compliant lamp assembly.

How should condensation in the Elysion’s tail-light be handled?
A slight haze that clears with driving is often normal. Persistent moisture suggests a leaking seal, blocked vent, or a hairline crack. Inspect the housing and gasket, dry the unit off the vehicle, reseal if the gasket is flattened, and replace the assembly if the lens or backing is cracked.