License Plate Lamp: Service and Repair

LICENSE LAMP REPLACEMENT

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 the tail/back up lamp from the vehicle.
4. Remove the fastener securing the license plate lamp assembly to the tail/backup lamp assembly.
5. Remove the license plate lamp housing from the tail/backup lamp assembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the license plate bulb socket into the lamp housing.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the fastener in order to secure the license plate lamp to the tail/backup lamp assembly.

Tighten
Tighten the license plate lamp fastener to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

3. 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.




4. 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).

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