Lamp, Tail Stop Turn: Installation: Bulb
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 RAM 3500 HD and 2016 RAM 2500 HD. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Always use the correct bulb size and type for replacement. An incorrect bulb size or type may overheat and cause damage to the lamp, the socket or the lamp wiring.
NOTE:
The rear lamp unit contains two bulbs: park/stop/turn signal/side marker and backup. The service procedures for each bulb are the same, only the bulb sizes and types may differ.
- Align the base of the bulb with the park/stop/turn signal/side marker (2) or the backup (4) bulb socket.
- Push the bulb straight into the socket until the base is firmly seated.
- Align the socket and bulb with the keyed opening on the back or bottom of the rear lamp unit housing (1).
- Insert the socket and bulb into the housing until the socket is firmly seated.
- Rotate the socket clockwise about 30 degrees to lock it into place.
- Reconnect the chassis wire harness connector (3) to the bulb socket.
- Reinstall the rear lamp unit onto the end of the box side panel. Refer to LAMP .
- Reconnect the battery negative cable.