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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 1998 🢒 Savana 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Tail Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the upper quarter panel applique. Refer to Body Tail Lamp Filler Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.

    2. Object Number: 325480 Size: SH
  2. Remove the nuts (2) that retain the taillamp to the upper quarter panel.
  3. Remove the center high mounted stoplamp lens (2) from the center high mounted stoplamp applique.
  4. Disconnect the bulb sockets from the taillamp (3).
  5. Remove the bulbs from the sockets.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 325480 Size: SH
  1. Connect the bulbs into the sockets.
  2. Connect the bulb sockets into the taillamp (3).

    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 taillamp retaining nuts (2) to the upper quarter panel.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  4. Install the upper quarter panel applique. Refer to Body Tail Lamp Filler Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.