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Tail Light Bulb: Service and Repair





Removing

1. Open engine compartment lid.






2. Unscrew fastening screws and pull out the tail light towards the rear.

A - Rear fog light
B - Tail light
C - Tail light/brake light
E - Reversing light
E - Direction indicator light

3. Turn bulb socket counter-clockwise and remove from the tail light.
4. Take defective bulb out of the bulb socket (bayonet lock).

Installing

1. Install new bulb and ensure that it is correctly seated (bayonet lock).
2. Rotate bulb socket clockwise and engage.
3. Install the tail light, making sure the retaining lugs are seated properly.
4. Perform a function test of all bulbs.