Center Mounted Brake Lamp: Service and Repair

HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

NOTE: Do not pull on the edges of the center high-mounted stop lamp cover. Damage to the cover may result. Slide your fingers between the cover and the lamp, and carefully pull the cover down.




1. Remove the center high-mounted stop lamp cover.
2. Disconnect the electrical harness only if you are removing the center high-mounted stop lamp.
3. If you are removing the bulbs, twist the sockets out of the stop lamp. Remove the bulbs.




4. Remove the center high-mounted stop lamp retainer screws.
5. Remove the center high-mounted stop lamp from the vehicle.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the center high-mounted stop lamp with screws.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the center high-mounted stop lamp screws to 2.5 N.m (19 lb in).

2. Connect the electrical connector to the center high-mounted stop lamp.




3. Install the cover by placing the tabs in the slots. Gently press the cover into place.