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Center Mounted Brake Lamp: Service and Repair



High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL) screws.
2. Carefully pull the CHMSL assembly out of the liftgate.
3. Disconnect the rear washer hose from the rear washer nozzle.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the CHMSL assembly.
5. Remove the CHMSL from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the electrical connector to the CHMSL assembly.
2. Connect the rear washer hose to the rear washer nozzle.
3. Align the CHMSL assembly with the rear liftgate.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

4. Install the CHMSL screws.

Tighten the CHMSL screws to 1 N.m (9 lb in).