Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the luggage compartment scuff plate.
- Pull to unsnap.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Luggage Compartment Scuff Plate
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Position the luggage compartment side trim panel aside.
1. Remove the pin-type retainers.
2. Position the luggage compartment side trim panel aside.
  
  Fig 2: Removing Luggage Compartment Side Trim
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the stoplamp assembly.
1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
2. Remove the three nuts.
3. Push the rubber grommet through the sheet metal and remove the stoplamp assembly.
  - If necessary, install new bulbs.
    
    Fig 3: Removing Stoplamp Assembly
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.