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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN K1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1220 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSREAR LICENSE LAMP REPLACEMENT
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 Z
Rear License Lamp Replacement
2006 Chevrolet Suburban K1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Rear License Lamp Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Callout | Component Name |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Procedure: Depress the outside of the rear license plate lamp with a flat-bladed tool and pull the lamp inward to remove the lamp from the rear compartment lid lower molding assembly. |
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| 1 | Rear License Plate Lamp Assembly |
| 2 | License Plate Lamp Electrical Connector Tip: Rotate the bulb socket a quarter turn counter-clockwise and remove the lamp housing. |
| 3 | Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb Socket Tip: Pull the bulb straight out of the bulb socket. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.