Rear Turn Light Bulb Removal/Installation: Notes

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Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Insert the remover tool into the service hole at the position shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Remover Tool Insertion Position At Rear Combination Light Service Hole
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Move the remover tool in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure and pull out the service hole cover tab from the rear combination light.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Service Hole Cover Tab From Rear Combination Light
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Remove the service hole cover.
Remove the screws. (See Screw Installation Note .)

Fig 3: Rear Combination Light And Screws
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CAUTION:
- When removing the rear combination light from the body, it could interfere with the body and cause scratching or damage to the body. When removing the rear combination light from the body, apply protective tape to the body.
To prevent scratches or damage, affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.

Fig 4: Rear Combination Light Protective Tape Applying Area
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Pull the rear combination light in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure and pull out the rear combination light from the body.

Fig 5: Pulling Out Rear Combination Light From Body
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Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.

Fig 6: Turning Rear Combination Light Socket Counterclockwise
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CAUTION:
- If there is oil or dirt on the surface of the light bulb, excessive heat will build up and the life of the light bulb will be shortened. If the light bulb glass area is touched, wipe off any dirt using a soft cloth dampened with detergent diluted in water (approx. 5 %).
Remove the rear turn light bulb.

Fig 7: Rear Turn Light Bulb And Socket
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Install in the reverse order of removal.