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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the following to the lamp sockets, if removed:
    • The stop lamp bulb (1)
    • The turn signal lamp bulb (6)
  2. Install the following to the tail lamp:
    • The stop lamp socket (2)
    • The turn signal lamp socket (5)
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the tail lamp (7) to the vehicle. Secure the tail lamp (7) with the 3 nuts (3).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the tail lamp nuts to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

    Fig 1: Installing Tail Lamp, Sockets & Bulbs
    G01433494Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the tail lamp electrical connectors.
  5. Install the rear compartment trim panel (4) to the vehicle.
  6. Close the rear compartment lid.