Tail Lamp: Service and Repair

TAILLAMP REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Open the rear compartment lid.
2. Remove the compartment trim panels. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear in Trunk/Liftgate.
Disconnect the tail lamp harness connector (1).
3. Remove the tail lamp fasteners.
4. Remove the tail lamp assembly (3) from the vehicle.
5. While supporting the tail lamp assembly (3), remove the tail lamp harness grommet (2).

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. While supporting the tail lamp assembly (3), install the tail lamp harness grommet (2).
2. Install the tail lamp assembly (3) to the vehicle.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

3. Install the tail lamp fasteners to the tail lamp studs in sequence: 1, 2 then 3.

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

4. Connect the tail lamp harness connector (1).
5. Install the compartment trim panels. Refer to Compartment Trim Panel Replacement - Rear in Trunk/Liftgate.
6. Close the rear compartment lid.