Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Installation Procedure
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NOTE: Refer to ELECTRICAL WIRING ROUTING NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the tail lamp to the quarter panel.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the tail lamp nuts (2) to the tail lamp.

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    Tighten the tail lamp nuts (2) to 5 N.m (44 lb.in).

  3. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the tail lamp.
  4. Install the bulb to the socket, if required.
  5. Install the bulb /socket to the tail lamp.
  6. Pull back the rear compartment trim. Refer to COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR in Body Rear End.
    Fig 1: Installing Tail Lamp To Quarter Panel (Chevrolet)
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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