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Tail Lamp Replacement (Traverse)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 GMC Acadia, 2011 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2011 Buick Enclave. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Tail Lamp (Traverse)
GM2076960Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Tail Lamp Replacement (Traverse)

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedure 
Open the lift gate in order to access the tail lamp access hole covers.
1 Tail Lamp Access Hole Cover (Qty: 2)
Procedure 
Use a small flat-bladed tool in order to disengage, Do Not Remove the covers.
2 Tail Lamp Screw (Qty: 2)
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
3 Tail Lamp Assembly

Procedure

  1. Grasp the forward outer edge of the lamp assembly and with a quick pull rearward, disengage the locator pin from the quarter outer panel.
  2. Pull the lamp assembly from the body pillar outer pocket.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear lamp harness.
  4. Transfer the stop / turn signal and side marker lamp bulb electrical jumper harness as needed.