Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the bulb to the door courtesy lamp socket.

Fig 1: Installing Bulb To Door Courtesy Lamp Socket
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Install the lamp socket to the courtesy lamp housing, then rotate the socket clockwise.

Fig 2: Installing Lamp Socket To Courtesy Lamp Housing
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Position the courtesy lamp to the front door trim panel.

Fig 3: Positioning Courtesy Lamp To Front Door Trim Panel
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Align the rear edge of the courtesy lamp retainer tab to the front door trim panel.

Fig 4: Aligning Rear Edge Of Courtesy Lamp Retainer Tab To Front Door Trim Panel
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Install the courtesy lamp to the front door trim panel pressing the forward edge into place until the retainer is fully seated.

Fig 5: Installing Courtesy Lamp To Front Door Trim Panel
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Connect the electrical connector from the courtesy lamp.

Fig 6: Connecting Electrical Connector From Courtesy Lamp
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Install the front door trim panel. Refer to TRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - SIDE FRONT DOOR in Doors.