This little guy does exactly what it sounds like – it holds the tail light bulb securely in place and provides the electrical connection to make it light up. It’s a pretty simple piece, but crucial. It receives power from your vehicle’s electrical system and passes it through to the bulb filament, completing the circuit. It’s part of the tail light assembly, obviously. Basically, everything that makes your tail lights work relies on a good connection here. Think of it as the gateway for the light. Without a functioning socket, the bulb won’t illuminate, even if the bulb itself is good. It's located right behind your tail light lens, so it's exposed to the elements a bit. Well, you’ll notice if one goes bad. Your tail light will suddenly be out, and that's a safety issue. A burnt out tail light means you’re less visible to other drivers, and potentially a ticket if a law enforcement officer spots it. The socket itself can corrode over time from moisture and vibration, losing that tight connection. Sometimes it's not the bulb that needs replacing, it’s this. You can find these pretty easily—we've got a good selection at Fixparts Online, and getting a new one is a relatively straightforward repair. It’s one of those things that’s inexpensive to fix before it becomes a bigger problem. Proven by drivers: Bulb Socket (MPN 63218381243) is backed by a 12-month warranty!

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