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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tail Lamp Assembly and /or Backup, Sidemarker, Stop, Turn Signal Bulb Replacement Pontiac

Removal Procedure

  1. Pull back the rear compartment trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.

  2. Object Number: 747917  Size: SH
  3. Remove the tail lamp thumb nuts from the tail lamp.

  4. Object Number: 747919  Size: SH
  5. Remove the tail lamp from the rear body panel.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the tail lamp.

  7. Object Number: 747921  Size: SH
  8. Release the tabs to remove the circuit board from the tail lamp.
  9. Remove the required bulbs from the sockets, if replacing bulbs.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 747921  Size: SH
  1. Install the required bulbs to the sockets, if replacing bulbs.
  2. Install the circuit board to the tail lamp, pressing into place until the retainers are fully seated.

  3. Object Number: 747919  Size: SH
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the tail lamp.

  5. Object Number: 747917  Size: SH
  6. Position the tail lamp to the rear body panel.
  7. Install the tail lamp thumb nuts, and hand tighten.
  8. Fold the rear compartment trim to the original position. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement in Body Rear End.