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Tail/Turn Signal Lamp Replacement SUV

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 803116  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the lamp.
  2. Remove the lamp from the body.
  3. Disconnect the electrical harness at the connector.
  4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise.
  5. Remove the bulb from the socket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 803116  Size: SH
  1. Install the bulb to the socket.
  2. Turn the bulb socket clockwise in order to lock.
  3. Connect the electrical harness at the connector.
  4. Install the 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.

  6. Install the screws to the lamp.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).

Tail/Turn Signal Lamp Replacement SUT

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the spare tire carrier.
  2. Open the endgate.

  3. Object Number: 1486510  Size: SH
  4. Release either the right or left side endgate cable from the body side bolt in order to remove the lamp.
  5. Remove the screws (2) from the lamp (1).
  6. Remove the inboard side of the lamp from the endgate opening.
  7. Pull the lamp housing outward.
  8. Disconnect the electrical harness at the main body harness connector.

  9. Object Number: 1453830  Size: SH
  10. Turn the bulb socket (3) counterclockwise one at a time from the lamp (1).
  11. Remove the bulbs from the sockets, if needed.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1453831  Size: SH
  1. Install the bulbs into the sockets (3).
  2. Position each socket into the lamp (1) and rotate 1/8 turn in order to secure.

  3. Object Number: 1453830  Size: SH
  4. Position the lamp housing (1) to the rear body opening.
  5. Important: The outboard edge of the lamp housing will need to be positioned first.

  6. Connect the lamp housing electrical connector to the main body wire harness connector.
  7. Ensure all electrical wiring is positioned away from the sharp sheet metal flanges.
  8. Secure the inboard side of the lamp (1) to the endgate opening.
  9. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  10. Install the screws (2).
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).


    Object Number: 1486510  Size: SH
  12. Re-secure either the right or left side endgate cable to the body side bolt after lamp installation.
  13. Close the endgate.
  14. Latch and secure the spare tire carrier.