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Old 08-29-17, 02:05 PM
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Hi, the red plastic surround to the brake lights bulbs (inside the light assembly) on our 2004 RX330 have melted (see attached pics). I am told replacing them with new parts is very expensive, and that all scrap yard old RX's will have the same problem so I probably won't find any replacements that are in good condition..

Is there a less expensive source for replacements?

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Old 08-29-17, 02:44 PM
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Maybe because it is due to bulb being too hot? Isn't there possibility changing the bulbs with LED replacement?
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Old 08-29-17, 03:37 PM
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Try Depo auto lamps. Just search in amazon, you can find a tail lamp for about $100
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Try Depo auto lamps. Just search in amazon, you can find a tail lamp for about $100
That's what I would do, and put in LEDs to keep the heat down.
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