High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: High Mount Stop Lamp Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

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.