GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

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

  1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate for more information.

  2. Object Number: 1530618  Size: A3
  3. Remove the two screws from the taillamp housing on the inboard side.
  4. Pull out the taillamp housing.
  5. Disconnect the wiring harness connector from the taillamp assembly.

    1. Object Number: 1826275  Size: B4

      Stoplamp/Taillamp

      Turn Signal Lamp

      Back-up Lamp Bulb

  6. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise to remove.
  7. Replace the bulb by pulling the old bulb out of the socket and gently pushing in a new bulb.
  8. Replace the bulb socket by inserting and turning clockwise to secure.
  9. Reinstall the taillamp assembly by inserting the outboard locating/retaining pins until the lamp is seated.
  10. Secure with the inboard screws.