Tail Lamp Replacement CSV SWBHSV VXR8

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.




Important: Pull on the rear end trim finish panel trim (1) to release the retaining clips.

2. Remove the rear end trim finish panel trim (1) from the vehicle (2).



3. Remove the rear compartment side trim panel clip (1).
4. Pull back the panel (3) to access to the tail lamp (2).



5. Remove the tail lamp to body retaining nuts (1).
6. Detach the tail lamp from the vehicle.



7. Disconnect the tail lamp electrical connector (1).
8. Remove the tail lamp from the vehicle.

1. Position the tail lamp to the vehicle.



2. Connect the tail lamp electrical connector (1).




Important: Make sure that the wiring harness is not trapped or crimped when installing the tail lamp.

Important: Make sure the tail lamp sealing surface is clean to avoid damage to the painted vehicle surface and to prevent water leaks.

3. Install the tail lamp, making sure that the tail lamp locates on the guide (2) and locating hole (1).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.




4. Install the tail lamp to body retaining nuts (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 3.0 Nm (27 lb in).




5. Install the rear compartment side trim panel (2) and retaining clip (1).




Important: Push the rear end trim finish panel (1) down to engage the retaining clips.

6. Install the rear end trim finish panel (1) to the vehicle (2).
7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.