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Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement Impala

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 458208  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the license plate lamp.
  2. Remove the license plate lamp from the rear bumper fascia.
  3. Remove the license plate lamp socket, turning counterclockwise.
  4. Remove the bulb from the license plate lamp socket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 458208  Size: SH
  1. Install the bulb to the license plate lamp socket.
  2. Install the license plate lamp socket, turning clockwise.
  3. Install the license plate lamp to the rear bumper fascia.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the screws to the license plate lamp.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the license plate lamp screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement Monte Carlo

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 458205  Size: SH
  1. Remove the screws from the license plate lamp.
  2. Remove the license plate lamp from the rear bumper fascia.
  3. Remove the license plate lamp socket, turning counterclockwise.
  4. Remove the bulb from the license plate lamp socket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 458205  Size: SH
  1. Install the bulb to the license plate lamp socket.
  2. Install the license plate lamp socket, turning clockwise.
  3. Install the license plate lamp to the rear bumper fascia.
  4. 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.

  5. Install the screws to the license plate lamp.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the license plate lamp screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).