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Tail Lamp Replacement CSV SWBHSV VXR8

Removal Procedure - Tail Lamp - Type B

    Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

  2. Object Number: 1939189  Size: SH

    Important: Pull on the rear end trim finish panel trim (1) to release the retaining clips.

  3. Remove the rear end trim finish panel trim (1) from the vehicle (2).

  4. Object Number: 1946831  Size: SH
  5. Remove the rear compartment side trim panel clip (1).
  6. Pull back the panel (3) to access to the tail lamp (2).

  7. Object Number: 1947038  Size: SH
  8. Remove the tail lamp to body retaining nuts (1).
  9. Detach the tail lamp from the vehicle.

  10. Object Number: 1947037  Size: SH
  11. Disconnect the tail lamp electrical connector (1).
  12. Remove the tail lamp from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure - Tail Lamp - Type B

  1. Position the tail lamp to the vehicle.

  2. Object Number: 1947037  Size: SH
  3. Connect the tail lamp electrical connector (1).

  4. Object Number: 1947039  Size: SH

    Important: Make sure that the wiring harness is not trapped or crimped when installing the tail lamp.

    Important: Make sure the tail lamp sealing surface is clean to avoid damage to the painted vehicle surface and to prevent water leaks.

  5. Install the tail lamp, making sure that the tail lamp locates on the guide (2) and locating hole (1).
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1947038  Size: SH
  7. Install the tail lamp to body retaining nuts (1).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 3.0 Nm (27 lb in).


    Object Number: 1947041  Size: SH
  9. Install the rear compartment side trim panel (2) and retaining clip (1).

  10. Object Number: 1939189  Size: SH

    Important: Push the rear end trim finish panel (1) down to engage the retaining clips.

  11. Install the rear end trim finish panel (1) to the vehicle (2).
  12. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.