Tail Lamp: Service and Repair

REAR COMBINATION LIGHT





Removal / Installation
1. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Disassembly





1. Use a hot-air blower to soften the "hot melt" (bonding agent) around the lens.





2. Remove the lens from the light housing by pushing the rear of the lens with a hammer handle or round bar.





3. Remove the old hot melt from the light housing.

Assembly





1. If new hot melt is used, put Uni-sealer (8531 77 739) adhesive in the light housing groove.
2. Fit the new lens onto the light housing. Press the lens firmly so that it will adhere.





3. Allow the sealer to dry for about one hour.
4. Immerse the combination light in water to check for leaks.

INBOARD COMBINATION LIGHT





Removal/Installation
1. Remove the trunk lid trim.
2. Remove in the order shown in the figure.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.