Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement Rendezvous

1. Remove the rear lift gate applique. Refer to Liftgate Applique Replacement in Body Rear End.



2. Remove the license plate lamp from the applique by pulling rearward from the applique.
3. Remove the license plate lamp socket, turning counterclockwise.
4. Remove the license plate lamp bulb from the license plate lamp socket, if necessary.

1. Install the license plate lamp bulb to the license plate lamp socket, if removed.
2. Install the license plate lamp socket to the license lamp, turning clockwise.
3. Install the license plate lamp to the rear lift gate applique, pressing until fully seated.
4. Install the rear lift gate applique. Refer to Liftgate Applique Replacement in Body Rear End.

Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement Aztek

1. Remove the license plate.



2. Remove the screws from the license plate lamp.



3. Remove the license plate lamp from the end gate.
4. Remove the license plate lamp socket, turning counterclockwise.
5. Remove the bulb from the license plate lamp socket.

1. Install the bulb to the license plate lamp socket.
2. Install the license plate lamp socket, turning clockwise.
3. Install the license plate lamp to the end gate.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.




4. Install the screws to the license plate lamp.

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

5. Install the license plate.