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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1401 (LIGHTING SYSTEMS)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSHIGH MOUNT STOP LAMP REPLACEMENT

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement

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Fig 1: High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement

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Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Open the rear compartment lid. Remove the rear compartment lid inner panel trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement .
1	High Mount Stop Lamp Nut (Qty: 4) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	High Mount Stop Lamp Electrical Connector (Qty: 2)
3	High Mount Stop Lamp Retainer (Qty: 2) Tip: Squeeze the retainer tabs inward and push the lamp assembly tabs outward in order to remove the lamp assembly from the rear compartment lid.
4	High Mount Stop Lamp Assembly The stop lamp assembly is a Light Emitting Diode (LED) and is serviced as an assembly. Ensure the nine foam gaskets are in place prior to installing the new high mounted stop lamp to the rear compartment lid.

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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.