Tail Lamp: Service and Repair

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

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Remove the tail lamp housing to body screws.
2. Carefully slide the tail lamp housing rearward away from vehicle.
3. Disconnect the tail lamp housing electrical connector.
4. Remove the tail lamp housing from the vehicle.




5. Rotate the tail lamp bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove from the housing.
6. Pull tail lamp bulb out of the bulb socket.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Push the new tail lamp bulb into the bulb socket.
2. Install the tail lamp bulb assembly into the tail lamp housing.
3. Connect the tail lamp housing electrical connector.




4. Align the tail lamp housing with the vehicle.
5. Install the tail lamp screws to the tail lamp.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the tail lamp screw to 2.5 N.m (22 lb in).

6. Close the rear compartment.