Brake Lamp: Service and Repair

TAIL LAMP ASSEMBLY AND /OR BACKUP, SIDEMARKER, STOP, TURN SIGNAL BULB REPLACEMENT (RENDEZVOUS)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the screws from the tail amp.
3. Slide the tail lamp rearward in order to disengage it from the retainers on the rear body panel.




4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp wiring harness.




5. Remove the tail lamp and side marker lamp sockets from the tail lamp, depressing the locking tab and turning counterclockwise.




6. Remove the bulbs from the tail lamp and the side marker lamp sockets, if replacing the bulbs.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the bulbs to the tail lamp and side marker lamp sockets, if removed.




2. Install the tail lamp and side marker lamp sockets to the tail lamp, turning clockwise until the locking tab is fully seated.




3. Connect the tail lamp electrical connector to the wiring harness.




4. Position the tail lamp retainer slots to the tabs on the rear body panel.
5. Install the tail lamp to the rear body panel, pressing into place until fully seated.
6. Install the tail lamp screws to the taillamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten
Tighten the tail lamp screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

7. Close the liftgate.