Tailgate

NOTE: This lamp is used on pick-up models with dual rear wheels. A lamp with a red lens and containing three bulbs is located on the outside of the tailgate below the tailgate latch release handle. The bulb types and service procedures are identical for all three of these bulbs.

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the two screws that secure the outboard ends of the tailgate marker lamp lens/housing (1) to the outer tailgate panel.
3. Pull the marker lamp out from the tailgate far enough to access the sockets (2) on the back of the lamp housing.
4. Firmly grasp the marker lamp socket on the back of the lamp housing and rotate it counterclockwise about 30 degrees to unlock it.
5. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the keyed opening in the housing.
6. Pull the base of the bulb (3) straight out of the socket.

INSTALLATION

CAUTION: Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the socket and/or the lamp wiring.




1. Align the base of the bulb (3) with the socket (2).
2. Push the bulb straight into the socket until the base is firmly seated.
3. Align the socket and bulb with the keyed opening on the back of the tailgate marker lamp lens/housing (1).
4. Insert the socket and bulb into the housing until the socket is firmly seated.
5. Rotate the socket clockwise about 30 degrees to lock it into place.
6. Position the marker lamp to the outer tailgate panel.
7. Install and tighten the two screws that secure the marker lamp lens/housing to the tailgate panel. Tighten the screws to 1 N.m (11 in.lbs.).
8. Reconnect the battery negative cable.