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Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement Chevrolet

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 283983  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the harness sockets (6) from the back - up light assemblies.
  2. Remove the rear compartment lid applique nuts (1).
  3. Remove the rear compartment lid applique (5).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 283983  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear compartment lid applique (5).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the rear compartment lid applique nuts (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the applique nuts to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  5. Install the wire harness sockets (6) to the back - up light assemblies.

Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement Pontiac Sedan

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 283973  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the wire harness sockets from the back - up light assemblies.
  2. Remove the rear compartment lid applique nuts (1).
  3. Remove the rear compartment lid applique (5).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 283973  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear compartment lid applique (5).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the rear compartment lid applique nuts (1).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the applique nuts to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

  5. Install the wire harness sockets to the back - up light assemblies.

Rear Compartment Lid Applique Replacement Pontiac Coupe

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 283979  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the wire harness sockets (1,2) from the back - up light assemblies. The back - up light assemblies are contained within the compartment lid applique.
  2. Remove the compartment lid applique nuts (7).
  3. Remove the compartment lid applique (3).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 283979  Size: SH
  1. Install the rear compartment lid applique (3).
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the compartment lid applique nuts (7).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the applique nuts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

  5. Install the harness sockets (1,2) to the back - up light assemblies.
  6. Connect the wire harness sockets (4) at the tail lamp.