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Tail Lamp Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Cadillac DTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Tail Lamp Components

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Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Tail Lamp Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Open the rear compartment lid in order to access the tail lamp assembly nuts. Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement . Pull back either the RH or the LH rear compartment side trim panel in order to access the tail lamp nuts. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side , or Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side .
1	Tail Lamp Assembly Nuts (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . TIP: Tighten nuts in sequence as shown. Tighten 6 N.m(53 lb in)
2	Chassis Electrical Connector TIP: Release the connector position assurance (CPA) and disconnect the electrical connector from the LED socket.
3	Tail Lamp Assembly