High Mounted Stop Lamp Replacement

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

Fig 1: Trim Panel - Rear Window Shelf

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Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement . Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Folding) or Seat Back Replacement - Rear (Non-folding) . Remove the rear upper quarter trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Rear Window Panel Trim Retainer (Qty: 2)
2	Rear Window Panel Trim Assembly Tip: Lift the panel and remove the outside seat belts through the slots in the trim panel. Lift the panel and remove the center seat belt escutcheon, then pass it and the center seat belt through the slot in the trim panel. Slide the panel forward to disengage the integral hook from the retaining hole. Disconnect the electrical connector from the high mount stop lamp.
3	High Mount Stop Lamp Nut (Qty: 2) Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
4	High Mount Stop Lamp Tip: The high mount stop lamp uses LED bulbs and must be serviced as an assembly.