License Plate Lamp: Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus ES 330. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR COVER (See LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR GARNISH SUB-ASSY OUTSIDE )
REMOVE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR GARNISH SUB-ASSY OUTSIDE (See LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT DOOR GARNISH SUB-ASSY OUTSIDE )
REMOVE LAMP ASSY, LICENSE PLATE
1. Pull the license plate light assy to the side of vehicle as shown in Fig 1 and release the claw, then disconnect the connector.
  
  Fig 1: Pulling License Plate Light Assy To Side Of Vehicle
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