How to Change a Rear Brake Bulb on a 2000 Honda Odyssey

The 2000 Honda Odyssey was designed with taillights on the back corners of the vehicle frame and on the tailgate. Despite the two taillight locations, the brake lights are only found in the frame taillights. Brake lights require replacement immediately after they burn out to maintain your safety while driving. Replacement bulbs are available at auto repair shops. A technician is not required to change the bulb.

Things You'll Need

• Flathead screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• Replacement 12 V, 21/5 W bulb

Instructions

1. Open the tailgate and locate the taillight assembly covers. The covers are made of hard plastic and have an open slot on the edge.

2. Slide a flathead screwdriver into the slot and push the screwdriver toward the front of the vehicle to remove it from the frame. You now have access to the taillight assembly retaining screws.

3. Remove the two retaining screws with the Phillips screwdriver and pull the taillight assembly out of the frame. You will see two bulb sockets in a vertical line in the assembly.

4. Turn the upper bulb socket a quarter turn to the left and pull it out of the assembly.

5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and insert the new bulb by pushing it straight into the socket.

6. Insert the socket into the assembly and turn it a quarter turn to the right to secure the socket and bulb in the taillight assembly.

7. Push the taillight assembly back into the frame and reattach the retaining screws.

8. Reattach the taillight assembly cover by pushing it into place.

References

• Honda: 2000 Odyssey Online Reference Owner’s Manual