HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT ASSEMBLY (for Hatchback): Removal

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DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL
REMOVE CENTER STOP LIGHT COVER
1. Using a screwdriver with its tip wrapped in protective tape, disengage the 4 claws and remove the 2 rear light covers.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Rear Light Covers Claws
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2. Remove the 2 screws.
  
  Fig 2: Locating Screws
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3. Disengage the 2 claws.
4. Disconnect the connector and remove the center stop light cover.
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Center Stop Light Cover Claws
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REMOVE HIGH MOUNTED STOP LIGHT ASSEMBLY
1. Disengage the 2 claws and remove the high mounted stop light.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying High Mounted Stop Light Claws
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