High Mounted STOPLAMP - Bulb

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mercury Sable and 2003 Ford Taurus. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the trunk.
Remove the three pin-type retainers and position the package tray insulator aside.

Fig 1: Removing Three Pin-Type Retainers And Positioning Package Tray Insulator Aside
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the bulb sockets.
- Twist and pull.
Fig 2: Removing Bulb Sockets
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the rear high mounted stoplamp bulb.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.