GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 GMC Suburban - 2WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Lighting Systems 🢒 Spot Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable(s).
  2. Remove the spotlamp wedge key screw.

    3. Object Number: 277218 Size: SH
  3. Remove the handle from the outer tube shaft.
  4. Remove the collar.
  5. Remove the wire clip.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  7. Remove the bracket set screw.

    8. Object Number: 277216 Size: SH
  8. Pull the spotlamp and shaft out of the bracket.
  9. Remove the spotlamp mounting bracket screws.

    10. Object Number: 277219 Size: SH
  10. Remove the mounting bracket from the A pillar.
  11. Remove the gasket from the A pillar.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 277219 Size: SH
  1. Install the gasket to the A pillar.
  2. Install the mounting bracket to the A pillar.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the mounting bracket screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the mounting bracket screws to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).


    Object Number: 277216 Size: SH
  4. Install the spotlamp and shaft through the A pillar into the mounting bracket.
  5. Rotate the spotlamp to the upright position.

    6. Point the spotlamp forward.


    Object Number: 277218 Size: SH
  6. Install the bracket set screw.
  7. Tighten the set screw just enough in order to firmly hold the spotlamp in the upright position.
  8. Install the wire clip.
  9. Install the collar.
  10. Connect the electrical connector.
  11. Install the handle onto the outer tube shaft.
  12. Install the spotlamp wedge key screw.
  13. Connect the negative battery cable(s).