High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac Solstice. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: High Mounted Stop Lamp

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedures Remove the license plate lamp. Refer to Rear License Lamp Replacement . Heat the high mounted stop lamp mounting area using the J 25070 . Hold the J 25070 approximately (52 mm (6 in) from the surface. Apply heat using a circular motion for about 30 seconds.
1	High Mounted Stop Lamp Assembly Connector Tip: Disconnect the high mounted stop lamp electrical connector.
2	High Mounted Stop Lamp Tab Tip: Access the high mounted stop lamp retainer tabs through the license plate lamp opening in the rear bumper fascia. Using pliers or diagonal cutters, break the retainer tabs from the back side of the high mounted stop lamp.
3	High Mounted Stop Lamp Assembly