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Tail Lamp Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick Lucerne. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Tail Lamp

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Tail Lamp Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Open the rear compartment lid. Remove either the LH or RH side rear compartment side trim panels. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Tail Lamp Assembly Nuts (Qty: 3) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in) Tip: Ensure the gaskets are on the tail lamp studs prior to re-assembly of the tail lamp assembly into the body rear end panel.
2	Tail Lamp Assembly Tip: Upon installation, ensure to align and seat the lower outer alignment pin and gasket to the outer body rear end panel.
3	Tail Lamp Bulb Socket Tip: Rotate both bulb sockets counterclockwise from the tail lamp assembly in order to remove the tail lamp assembly. Remove the tail lamp assembly from the vehicle.