Removal Procedure
- Open the rear compartment lid.
- Remove the left or right rear compartment side trim. Refer to
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side
or
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
in Body
Rear End.
- Disconnect the taillamp
connector (3).
- Press the grommet (2) out of the rear compartment.
- Remove the fasteners (5) securing the tail lamp (1)
to the body.
- Remove the taillamp (1) from the body.
Installation Procedure
- Route the taillamp connector (3)
and the grommet (2) through the body.
- Verify that the grommet (2) is fully seated in the body.
- Install the taillamp (1) to the body.
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.
- Install the fasteners (5)
in order to secure the taillamp (1) to the body.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 4.5 N·m (40 lb in).
- Connect the taillamp connector (3).
- Install the rear compartment side trim. Refer to
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side
or
Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
in Body Rear End.
- Close the rear compartment lid.