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Tail Lamp Replacement Wagon

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 896672  Size: SH
  1. Open the liftgate.
  2. Remove interior rear access panel.

  3. Object Number: 886458  Size: SH
  4. Remove the nuts from the tail lamp.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp.
  6. Remove the tail lamp by pulling straight back.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 886458  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the tail lamp.
  2. Position the tail lamp to the quarter panel pressing in until fully seated.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Install the nuts to the tail lamp.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).


    Object Number: 896672  Size: SH
  6. Install interior access panel.
  7. Close the liftgate.

Tail Lamp Replacement Sedan

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 886456  Size: SH
  1. Open the rear compartment.
  2. Pull back the side carpet to gain access to the tail lamp.
  3. Remove the nuts from the tail lamp.
  4. Gently pull the tail lamp housing straight back.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 886456  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector to the tail lamp.
  2. Position tail lamp to the quarter panel and push in until fully seated.
  3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  4. Install the nuts to the tail lamp.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  6. Reposition the side carpet.
  7. Close the rear compartment.