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License Plate Lamp: Service and Repair




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the tail/back up lamp harness connector from the from the body wiring harness.
2. Remove the tail/back up lamp assembly from the rear compartment lid.
3. While supporting the tail/back up lamp assembly, unplug the tail/back up lamp harness grommet from the rear compartment lid and remove tail/back up lamp from the vehicle.
4. Remove the license plate lamp bulb from the lamp housing.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the license plate bulb into the lamp housing.
2. While supporting the tail/back up lamp assembly, install the tail/back up lamp harness grommet to the rear compartment lid and install the tail/back up lamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the tail/back up lamp fasteners to the tail/back up lamp studs.

Tighten
Tighten the tail/back up lamp fasteners to 6 N.m (53 lb in).

4. Connect the tail/back up lamp electrical connector.
5. Connect the tail/back up lamp harness connector and clip the connector to the metal edge of the rear compartment lid.