Tail Lamp Replacement (Cadillac)

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Tail Lamp Replacement (Cadillac)
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Fig 1: View Of Tail Lamp Assembly & Components
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Tail Lamp Replacement (Cadillac)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure:Β 
Open the liftgate in order to access the tail lamp assembly screws.
1 Tail Lamp Assembly Screws (Qty: 2)
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tighten:Β  2 N.m (18 lb in)

2 Tail Lamp Assembly Locator Pins (Qty: 2)
Tip:Β  Upon tail lamp removal, some effort is needed to disengage the locating pins from the rear body panel retainer nuts.
3 Tail Lamp Retainers (Qty: 2)
4 Tail Lamp Wiring Harness Assembly Connector
5 Tail Lamp Assembly
Tip:Β  Upon installation of the tail lamp, push inward on the lamp in order to seat the 2 locator pins into the retainer nuts.
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.