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Tail Lamp Replacement (Chevy Coupe)

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Fig 1: Tail Lamp Assembly
GM1549240Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
Backup Lamp Assembly Replacement 
1 Backup Lamp Cover
Tip:  Press the tab on the cover to remove from the decklid.
2 Backup Lamp Nut (Qty: 3)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tip:  If only replacing the bulb, turn the bulb socket assembly and pull out of the lamp assembly. This can be done from inside of the rear compartment lid, without removing the lamp from the vehicle.

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb in)

3 Backup Lamp Assembly
Tip:  Disconnect the electrical connector.
Tail Lamp Assembly Replacement 
4 Tail Lamp Nut (Qty: 3)
Tip:  If only replacing the bulb, turn the bulb socket assembly and pull out of the lamp assembly. This can be done from inside of the rear compartment, without removing the lamp assembly.

Tighten:  10 N.m (89 lb in)

5 Tail Lamp
Tip:  Disconnect the electrical connector to remove the lamp from the quarter panel.
Side Marker Lamp Assembly Replacement 
6 Side Marker Screw (Qty: 1)

Tighten:  2 N.m (18 lb in)

7 Side Marker Lamp
Tip:  Disconnect the electrical connector to remove the lamp from the fascia.