Tail Lamp: Service and Repair

Taillight Replacement

1. Remove the rear bumper.
2. Open the hatch, and remove the taillight access lid.




3. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the taillight (B).
4. Turn the bulb socket 45 ° counterclockwise to remove the bulb socket.
5. Remove the mounting nuts, then remove the taillight.
6. Install the taillight and note these items:
- Inspect the gasket; replace it if it is distorted or stays compressed.
- After installing the taillights, run water over them to make sure they do not leak.