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Left Outer Tail Light for 2003-2008 Toyota Corolla - Verify 2003-04 vs 2005-08 Style
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This is a brand new left outer tail light for the Toyota Corolla sedan, but the 2003-2008 range contains two different lamp designs. Match your car to the 2003-2004 or 2005-2008 style shown in the product photos before ordering.
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Compatible Models
We do our best to list all compatible models. Although this may be the part you need, your exact model may not appear below.
Compatible equipment / model
- 2003 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S 1.8L – use pre-facelift 2003-2004 lamp style
- 2004 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S 1.8L – use pre-facelift 2003-2004 lamp style
- 2005 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S / XRS – use post-facelift 2005-2008 lamp style
- 2006 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S / XRS – post-facelift style
- 2007 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S / XRS – post-facelift style
- 2008 Toyota Corolla CE / LE / S – post-facelift style
Product Overview
A cracked outer tail light can let rainwater into the housing and bulb sockets, causing corrosion, intermittent brake or turn-signal operation, and repeated bulb failures. Rear-quarter impacts also commonly break the mounting studs even when the trunk lid and inner lamp are untouched.
Toyota changed the Corolla tail-light design for the 2005 facelift. The 2003-2004 left outer assembly is commonly cataloged as Partslink TO2800144, while the 2005-2008 left outer assembly is TO2800154. The two styles are not interchangeable simply because they mount in the same general area.
Key Features & Performance
- Left / driver-side outer tail lamp
- Quarter-panel mounted assembly
- Replacement for compatible 9th-generation Corolla sedan
- Fitment warning for the 2005 facelift design change
Replaces Part Numbers
- TO2800144 – 2003-2004 left outer reference
- TO2800154 – 2005-2008 left outer reference
- 81551-02200 – common Toyota left outer reference; verify exact production/application
Common Uses
- Replacing a cracked driver-side quarter-panel tail lamp
- Repairing water intrusion or corroded bulb sockets
- Restoring rear lighting after a left-rear body repair
Technical Specifications
- Product Type: Outer tail light assembly
- Position: Rear left / driver side
- Body Style: Corolla sedan
- Replacement Type: Aftermarket
- Critical Fitment: 2003-2004 and 2005-2008 use different designs
Installation & Fitment
- Compare the lens pattern and mounting studs with the original before removing packaging
- Inspect the bulb sockets and harness for corrosion if the old lamp leaked
- Test running, brake, turn, and reverse-light functions after installation as applicable
Compatibility Notice
The 2005 facelift changed the outer tail lamp. A 2003-2004 assembly will not interchange with the 2005-2008 design; order only the style that matches your car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does one tail light fit every 2003-2008 Corolla? A: No. Toyota changed the outer lamp for 2005, so there are separate 2003-2004 and 2005-2008 designs.
Q: Which side is this listing for? A: The rear left / driver-side outer lamp mounted in the quarter panel.
Q: Why does water inside a tail light matter? A: Moisture can corrode sockets and contacts and lead to intermittent or repeated bulb failures.
Part Summary
keywords: 2003 Corolla left tail light, 2004 Toyota Corolla outer tail lamp, 2005 Corolla driver tail light, 2008 Corolla tail lamp, TO2800144, TO2800154, 81551-02200
Brand names, model numbers, and reference part numbers are used for identification and compatibility purposes only. Verify the original component, dimensions, and application before purchase.