1997 Toyota Tacoma Headlights: Bulbs, Upgrades, and Replacement Options autowebnews.org

Bulb replacement solves the immediate problem of a dead light, but the 1997 Tacoma’s plastic headlight lenses are now over two decades old. If your lenses are yellowed, cloudy, or cracked, a new bulb alone will not restore proper light output. In that case, replacing the entire headlight assembly is the better investment. Replacement assemblies are available from several brands, with aftermarket options typically costing less than genuine Toyota parts. A quality replacement assembly often comes with bulbs included and is SAE and DOT compliant. Genuine Toyota housings are also available if you prefer factory parts, though they carry a higher price tag.