GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

To replace a taillamp, turn signal lamp, stoplamp, or back-up bulb:

  1. Open the liftgate or trunk. See Liftgate or Trunk.
  2. Hatchback


    Object Number: 2087207  Size: B1

    Sedan


    Object Number: 1765199  Size: B3
  3. Remove the two screws and the lamp assembly.
  4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove the socket.
  5. Press the bulb in and turn counterclockwise to remove from the socket.
  6. Press the new bulb in and turn clockwise to install the bulb into the socket.
  7. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall.
  8. Reinstall the lamp assembly and two screws.