Eventually all light bulbs burn out. Over time the same is true for your Toyota Camry brake lights. Fixing the brake light is only a matter of replacing the burned out bulb with a new bulb and is a relatively easy task you can perform yourself without the need for a skilled mechanic or special tools.
Open the driver's side door and pull the trunk release switch. Open the trunk.
Find the rear light assembly cover in the trunk. Note that it is a hard plastic rectangular cover directly behind each rear light assembly.
Locate which light needs replacement and make a mental note. Have a partner look at the brake lights while you depress the brake petal, if you are unsure.
Grasp the sides of the cover firmly and pull it open. There is a hinge on the outer side of the cover.
Locate the center bulb. This is the brake light bulb.
Twist the bulb and connecting electrical boot counterclockwise and pull it directly out of the light assembly.
Remove the bulb from the electrical boot by pulling it directly out.
Insert a new 5W type C brake light bulb into the electrical boot. Push the bulb directly into the boot until it is snugly connected.
Insert the electrical boot back into the light assembly, lining up the pins on the boot with the cut-out sections in the assembly. Twist the boot clockwise to secure it.
Test the brakes and have a partner check to make sure the new bulb is working properly.
Swing the cover closed and press it until you hear an audible "click." Close the trunk.
