Exterior Lights

Taillight Replacement (cont'd)

22-119 Side Turn Signal Lights Replacement

Taillights (5-door):
  1. Remove the rear bumper (see page 20-244).
  2. Open the tailgate and disconnect the connectors (A) from the taillight (B).
    Brake/Taillight: 21/5 W
    Turn Signal Light: 21 W
    Back-Up Light: 21 W
    Rear Fog Light: 21 W (KE model)

  1. Turn the bulb socket 45º counter-clockwise to remove the bulb socket.
  2. Remove the mounting nuts and bolts, then remove the taillight.
  3. When installing the taillight, check for the gasket; if it is distorted or stays compressed, replace it.
  4. After installing the taillight, run water over the taillight to make sure they do not leak.

NOTE: Be careful not to damage the fender.
  1. Push the retaining spring (A) and remove the side turn signal light (B).

Side Turn Signal Light: 5W

  1. Disconnect the 2 P connector (C) from the light.