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LAMP, Center High Mounted Stop: Installation: Patriot

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Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Liftgate Wire Harness Connector
GC0084743Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC
  1. Check to be certain that the two plastic nuts (3) are properly installed and in good condition on each side of the Center High Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) (2) opening in the upper header of the liftgate outer panel.
  2. Position the CHMSL near the liftgate opening.
  3. Reconnect the liftgate wire harness connector (4) to the back of the lamp housing.
  4. Reconnect the washer supply hose (5) to the barbed nipple of the rear washer nozzle at the back of the lamp housing.
  5. Position the CHMSL into the liftgate opening.
  6. Install and tighten the two screws (1) that secure the CHMSL to the liftgate outer panel. Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (19 in. lbs.).
  7. Reconnect the battery negative cable.