Rear Combination Light Removal/Installation

NOTE:

Fogging or condensation on the inside of the rear combination light may occur, however, it is a natural phenomenon occurring as a result of a temperature difference between the interior and exterior of the combination lights and has no effect on the light performance. Fogging or condensation will dissipate when the temperature inside the rear combination lights rises after illuminating the brake/taillight bulbs and a period of time has elapsed.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the screws.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Combination Light And Screws
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Pull the cover in the direction of the arrow to detach the clip A.

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Pulling Direction And Clip A
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CAUTION:
- If excessive force is applied to the cover when detaching clip A, the cover could be deformed or damaged. When detaching clip A, apply force to the shaded area shown below and pull clip A to detach it.
Fig 3: Identifying Rear Combination Light, Cover And Clip A
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Pull the rear combination light in the direction of the arrow to detach the hook from clip B.

Fig 4: Identifying Rear Combination Light Pulling Direction, Hook And Clip B
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Remove the sockets.

Fig 5: Identifying Rear Combination Light And Sockets
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Remove the rear combination light.
Remove the cover in the direction of the arrow (2) shown below while pressing the cover tabs in the direction of the arrow (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Cover Removing Direction And Cover Tabs Pressing Direction
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Install in the reverse order of removal.