Exterior Lights

Taillight Replacement

 22-4

High Mount Brake Light Replacement

  1. Remove the rear bumper (see page 20-244).
  2. Open the tailgate and disconnect the connectors (A) from the taillight (B).

Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W

Turn Signal Light: 21 W

Back-up Light (or Rear Fog Light): 21 W

  1. Remove the mounting nuts and bolts, then remove the taillight.
  2. Turn the bulb socket 45° counterclockwise to remove the bulb socket.
  3. When installing the taillight, check for the gasket; if it is distorted or stays compressed, replace it.
  4. After installing the taillight, run water over the taillight to make sure they do not leak.
  1. Remove the maintenance lids (A).
  2. Remove the bolts and the high mount brake light (B).

  1. Disconnect the connectors (C) from the light.