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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1998 🢒 Park Avenue 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Lighting Systems 🢒 Backup Lamp Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 255307 Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear compartment lid trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement in Body Rear End.
  2. Remove the nuts (5) that retain the backup lamp (2) assembly to the rear compartment lid (1).
  3. Remove the backup lamp (2) assembly from the rear compartment lid (1).
  4. Remove the grommet (3) from the rear compartment lid (1).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 255307 Size: SH
  1. Install the grommet (3) to the rear compartment lid (1).

    2. Ensure that the grommet (3) is fully seated.

  2. Install the backup lamp (2) assembly to the rear compartment lid (1).

    3. Object Number: 255731 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the nuts in order to retain the backup lamp assembly to the rear compartment lid.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts in sequence to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  4. Install the rear compartment lid trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement in Body Rear End.