Tail Light Bulb: Service and Repair

REAR LAMP UNIT

BULB

NOTE: The rear lamp unit (1) contains four bulbs. For domestic vehicles they are: backup (2), park/stop (3), park/turn signal (4) and rear side marker (5). For BUX vehicles they are: turn signal (2), park/stop (3), park (4) and backup (5). The service procedures for each bulb are the same, only the bulb sizes and types may differ.

REMOVAL




1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the rear lamp unit (1) from the end of the quarter panel.
3. Firmly grasp the appropriate bulb socket (2, 3, 4 or 5) on the back of the rear lamp unit housing and rotate it counterclockwise about 30 degrees to unlock it.
4. Pull the socket and bulb straight out from the keyed opening in the housing.
5. Pull the base of the bulb 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 with the appropriate lamp socket (2, 3, 4 or 5).
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 rear lamp unit (1) housing.
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. Reinstall the rear lamp unit onto the end of the quarter panel.
7. Reconnect the battery negative cable.