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Tail Lamp: Service and Repair

TAIL LAMP REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Pull back the rear compartment trim to access the tail lamp.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp (3).
3. Remove the bulb/socket from the tail lamp
4. Remove the bulb from the socket, if required.
5. Remove the nuts (2) from the tail lamp.
6. Remove the tail lamp from the quarter panel.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Position the tail lamp to the quarter panel.

NOTE: Refer to Electrical Wiring Routing Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Align the tail lamp to the rear compartment lid applique.
3. Install the nuts (2) to the tail lamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the tail lamps nuts to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

4. Install the bulb to the socket, if required.
5. Install the bulb/socket (3) to the tail lamp.
6. Connect the electrical connector to the tail lamp (3).