Vehicle Fitment
This passenger-side outer tail lamp fits:
- 2002 Honda Odyssey
- 2003 Honda Odyssey
- 2004 Honda Odyssey
Applicable trims include:
- LX
- EX
- EX-L
The vehicle must use the body-mounted right outer lamp matching Honda reference number 33501-S0X-003 or Partslink number HO2801158. Catalog references identify this configuration as the passenger-side assembly for 2002–2004 Odyssey models. Review the 33501-S0X-003 Honda application.
This assembly does not fit:
- 1999–2001 Honda Odyssey
- 2005 or newer Honda Odyssey
- Driver-side/left rear position
- Liftgate-mounted inner lamps
- Vehicles with a different original lamp configuration
Cross-Reference Numbers
Use the following numbers when confirming compatibility:
- 33501-S0X-003 — Honda OE reference number
- 33501S0X003 — Honda reference without hyphens
- HO2801158 — Partslink interchange number
- 686696485408 — Alternate aftermarket reference number
These numbers identify the passenger-side outer assembly. The matching driver-side lamp uses a different number and is not interchangeable.
Right Outer Passenger-Side Position
This lamp installs on the right rear side of the vehicle, as viewed from the driver’s seat facing forward.
“Outer” means the lamp mounts to the rear body or quarter-panel area rather than the liftgate. It does not mean the lamp is emotionally distant or unwilling to discuss its feelings.
Before ordering, compare:
- Lens shape
- Mounting-tab locations
- Electrical connector
- Bulb-socket arrangement
- Original part number
- Body-mounted location
What Is Included?
The package includes:
- Passenger-side outer tail light lens
- Rear lamp housing
- Internal reflector sections
- Bulbs
- Factory-style mounting points
Reuse the vehicle’s original wiring connector and any serviceable hardware not supplied with the assembly.
Inspect the included bulbs before installation. Shipping vibration can occasionally loosen a bulb or socket, so confirming everything is seated takes less time than removing the lamp twice.
Factory-Style Replacement Design
This assembly is designed as a direct replacement for the original passenger-side lamp.
Features include:
- Vehicle-specific exterior shape
- Factory-style lens colors
- Body-mounted right-side configuration
- Original-style mounting geometry
- Bulb-socket compatibility
- Integrated reflector sections
- Weather-resistant housing construction
- No body cutting or custom fabrication required
The assembly restores the Odyssey’s rear appearance without converting the vehicle to a custom LED system or requiring load resistors, control modules or wiring modifications.
Important Lighting Correction
This product uses replaceable bulbs. It is not an integrated factory LED tail lamp.
The original product description’s reference to “power-efficient LEDs” does not accurately describe this 2002–2004 Odyssey replacement assembly. Apparently the marketing department installed LEDs using the powerful technology of copy and paste.
Use the supplied bulbs or compatible replacement bulbs specified for the vehicle.
Tail Light Functions
The rear lamp assembly helps communicate the Odyssey’s position and movement to following traffic.
Depending on the bulb section and vehicle wiring, the assembly supports rear-lighting functions such as:
- Tail or running light
- Brake light
- Turn signal
- Reverse light
- Rear reflector visibility
Each function uses the vehicle’s existing wiring and control circuits. Replacing the housing will not repair a blown fuse, damaged connector, failed brake-light switch or broken wire.
Why Replace a Damaged Tail Light Assembly?
Replace the housing if it has:
- Cracked lens
- Broken mounting tab
- Impact damage
- Water intrusion
- Persistent condensation
- Faded lens
- Damaged reflector
- Melted bulb opening
- Failed housing seam
- Loose body fitment
- Missing lens section
A damaged assembly can allow water to reach the bulb sockets and wiring. Moisture may cause:
- Corroded terminals
- Intermittent lighting
- Rapid bulb failure
- Poor electrical contact
- Discolored reflectors
- Short circuits
If the housing remains intact and only one lighting function has failed, test the bulb before replacing the complete assembly. Pro Street’s Honda Odyssey tail light bulb guide explains the basic bulb and socket inspection process.
How to Install the Passenger-Side Tail Light
1. Prepare the Odyssey
Park on a level surface, engage the parking brake and switch off all exterior lights.
Open the rear liftgate to access the passenger-side lamp mounting area.
2. Remove the Access Covers
Carefully open or remove the trim covers beside the tail lamp to expose its mounting fasteners.
Use a plastic trim tool when possible. Twenty-year-old interior plastic has already survived children, groceries and family road trips. It deserves a gentle retirement.
3. Remove the Lamp Fasteners
Remove the screws or bolts securing the passenger-side outer lamp.
Hold the assembly while removing the final fastener.
4. Pull the Lamp Outward
Pull the original housing straight away from the body.
Do not twist the assembly aggressively or pry against the painted quarter panel. Hidden locating pins may still be engaged after the visible fasteners are removed.
5. Disconnect the Wiring
Disconnect the lamp harness or remove the individual bulb sockets, depending on the assembly configuration.
Inspect the connector and sockets for:
- Green corrosion
- Water
- Melted plastic
- Bent terminals
- Loose contacts
- Damaged seals
- Broken wiring
Repair electrical damage before installing the new lamp.
6. Compare Both Assemblies
Place the original and replacement lamps side by side.
Confirm:
- Same exterior shape
- Matching mounting tabs
- Correct passenger-side orientation
- Compatible connector or socket openings
- Matching bulb arrangement
- Matching body locating points
Do this before forcing anything into place. A wrong lamp rarely becomes correct through additional leverage.
7. Connect the Replacement Lamp
Attach the vehicle wiring and make sure every connector locks securely.
Verify that all supplied bulbs and sockets are fully seated.
8. Install the Assembly
Align the locating pins and mounting holes with the vehicle body.
Press the lamp into position evenly and reinstall the original fasteners. Tighten them securely without overtightening against the plastic housing.
9. Test Every Function
Before reinstalling the trim covers, test:
- Running lights
- Brake lights
- Passenger-side turn signal
- Hazard lights
- Reverse lights
Confirm the new lamp matches the brightness and operation of the driver-side assembly.
For additional removal guidance, review Pro Street’s Honda Odyssey tail light replacement article. That article demonstrates an earlier Odyssey configuration, so use the 2002–2004 service procedure when fastener or trim details differ.
Troubleshooting After Installation
If the replacement lamp does not work correctly, check:
One Function Does Not Work
Possible causes include:
- Loose bulb
- Defective bulb
- Incorrect bulb position
- Corroded socket
- Damaged terminal
- Blown fuse
Turn Signal Flashes Rapidly
A rapid flash usually indicates:
- Failed turn-signal bulb
- Poor socket contact
- Incorrect bulb
- Open circuit
- Connector problem
Lamp Fills With Moisture
Check:
- Bulb sockets fully locked
- Socket seals installed correctly
- Housing seated evenly
- Lens or housing damaged during shipping
- Body seal area clean
A light haze after a large temperature change may clear naturally. Standing water or persistent droplets indicate a sealing problem.
Lamp Is Dim
Inspect:
- Bulb condition
- Socket corrosion
- Vehicle ground
- Connector resistance
- Charging-system voltage
If multiple lights change brightness with engine speed, inspect the charging system rather than repeatedly replacing bulbs. Pro Street’s battery warning light diagnostic guide explains common voltage and alternator faults.
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicle does HO2801158 fit?
HO2801158 fits the passenger-side outer rear position of the 2002–2004 Honda Odyssey.
What does 33501-S0X-003 fit?
Honda reference number 33501-S0X-003 identifies the right rear body-mounted tail lamp used on 2002–2004 Odyssey models.
Is this for the driver side?
No. This is the passenger-side or right rear assembly.
Is this an inner or outer tail light?
It is the outer, body-mounted tail light. It does not install on the liftgate.
Are bulbs included?
Yes. This product configuration includes bulbs.
Is this an LED tail light?
No. It uses conventional replaceable bulbs and is not an integrated LED assembly.
Does it fit a 2001 Odyssey?
No. The 2001 model uses the earlier tail lamp design and a different part number.
Does it fit a 2005 Odyssey?
No. The redesigned 2005 Odyssey uses a different assembly.
Can I install it myself?
Yes. Installation generally requires basic hand tools and access through the rear liftgate area. Test every lighting function before completing the installation.
Verify Before Ordering
Confirm the following:
- Vehicle is a 2002, 2003 or 2004 Honda Odyssey.
- Replacement is needed on the passenger side.
- Lamp is the outer body-mounted assembly.
- Original assembly cross-references 33501-S0X-003 or HO2801158.
- Lens shape and mounting points match the product image.
If all five details match, this assembly is the correct direct-fit passenger-side replacement.
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