Parts for your 2013 Toyota Bb-Tail lights

2013 Toyota bB tail-lights – purpose, care and easy replacement

Technical sources confirm the 2013 Toyota bB is factory-fitted with rear combination lamps that include tail-lights. Toyota’s bB (QNC2# series) Repair Manual and Electrical Wiring Diagram for this model year, together with lighting regulations such as ECE R48/R7 and the Australian/New Zealand roadworthiness requirements for rear position lamps, all point to tail-lights being standard equipment on the 2013 bB.

On this quirky little box-on-wheels, the tail-lights do the predictable yet critical job: they mark out the back of the car at night and in poor weather so others can see it clearly. They glow a steady red when the park or headlamps are on, and they share housing with the brake lights, indicators and often the reverse lamps. Because they sit high on the corners, they’re easy to spot in traffic and from an angle—exactly what’s needed for safety and for passing a WOF or roadworthy.

Replacement is straightforward on most trims. Open the tailgate, remove the inner trim clips or screws, undo the retaining nuts, and pull the lamp straight back off its locating pegs. Twist the bulb holders anti-clockwise to swap bulbs, or refit the whole lamp if replacing the assembly. Always match the correct bulb type and wattage listed in the owner’s manual or on the bulb holder. After refitting, test with park lights, brakes and indicators before buttoning up the trim.

A few quick tips keep the bB’s tail-lights in top nick:

• Check operation at every service or about every 10,000 km.
• If both tail-lights are out, look at the “TAIL” fuse and the lighting switch first.
• Keep lenses clean, road film can dull the light output.
• Replace bulbs in pairs, and avoid touching halogen glass with bare fingers.
• If there’s condensation, inspect the seals and mounting foam, a new gasket or lamp may be needed.

For many JDM bB variants, the tail/stop are serviceable bulbs, but some owners upgrade to LED bulbs or ADR/ECE-compliant aftermarket assemblies. If going LED, stick to compliant parts that maintain the correct red colour and brightness so the car stays legal in Australia and New Zealand.

Popular questions about 2013 Toyota bB tail-lights

What bulb type fits the 2013 bB tail/stop position?
It varies by grade and market. Most 2013 bB models use a dual-filament wedge bulb for tail/stop in the rear combination lamp. Check the owner’s manual or the stamp on the bulb holder for the exact code and wattage to avoid melting sockets or triggering faults.

Why did both tail-lights stop working at once?
When both sides go dark, it’s commonly a blown “TAIL” fuse, a faulty light switch, or a poor earth/connector. Start with the fuse box (often under the dash), then test the switch and wiring. If the parkers at the front are also out, that’s another clue it’s a supply issue rather than a bulb.

Can LED tail bulbs be used legally in AU/NZ?
They can be, but only if the bulbs or lamp assemblies comply with ADR/ECE requirements and maintain correct colour, intensity and beam spread. Swapping a filament bulb for a generic LED in a housing not designed for it may fail WOF/roadworthy. Choose compliant parts and verify brightness before hitting the road.