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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Lighting Systems 🢒 Tail Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 296129 Size: SH
  1. Turn OFF the headlamp switch.
  2. Open the rear doors.
  3. Remove the screws that retain the tail lamp to the body.
  4. Remove the lamp sockets from the back of the tail lamp by using the following procedure:
    5. 4.1. Squeeze the tang at the electrical connector.
    4.2. Turn the bulb and the base.

    Important: Do not remove the grease from the socket.

  5. Remove the bulbs from the sockets.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 296129 Size: SH
  1. Apply a light coating of lithium grease to the sockets if there is no grease in the sockets.
  2. Install the bulbs into the sockets.
  3. Install the lamp sockets to the back of the tail lamp.
  4. Install the tail lamp to the body.

    5. 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.

  5. Install the screws to retain the tail lamp to the body.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the tail lamp screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).