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Lighting Systems: Removal & Installation Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD

Exterior Lights 12 illustrations ~152 words

Fog Lamp Switch Replacement (with RPO SLT)

CalloutComponent Name
1Headlamp Switch Trim Plate Assembly Refer to Headlamp Switch Bezel Replacement (with RPO SLT) .
2Headlamp and I/P Lamp Dimmer and Dome Lamp Switch Assembly Tip: Fog lamp switch is an integral part of the headlamp switch and the unit must therefore be replaced in whole.

Fog Lamp Switch Replacement (with RPO SLT)

Fog Lamp Switch Replacement (without RPO SLT)

CalloutComponent Name
1Instrument Panel Trim Plate Assembly Refer to Instrument Panel Trim Plate Replacement .
2Headlamp and I/P Lamp Dimmer and Dome Lamp Switch Assembly Tip: Fog lamp switch is an integral part of the headlamp switch and the unit must therefore be replaced in whole.

Fog Lamp Switch Replacement (without RPO SLT)

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Scheme 38: Ambient Light Sensor Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Instrument Panel Trim Panel Refer to Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (without RPO SLT) or Instrument Panel Upper Trim Panel with Windshield Defroster Nozzle Grille Replacement (with RPO SLT) .
2Headlamp Auto Control Ambient Light Sensor Assembly Tip: Twist and pull down to remove. Disconnect electrical connector.

Ambient Light Sensor Replacement

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Scheme 39: Outside Rearview Mirror Courtesy Lamp Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
1Exterior Courtesy Lamp Assembly Tip: Use a flat-bladed tool to pry off assembly starting at end closest to door. Tilt assembly end and pull down to release. Disconnect electrical connector.
2Exterior Courtesy Lamp Socket Tip: Twist and pull to release.
3Exterior Courtesy Lamp Bulb

Outside Rearview Mirror Courtesy Lamp Replacement

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Scheme 40: Dome Lamp Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Dome Lamp Lens Tip: Using a flat-bladed tool pry down on right side of lens to avoid damaging tab.
2Dome Lamp Housing Tip: Disconnect electrical connector.

Dome Lamp Replacement

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Scheme 41: Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the upper radiator grille. Refer to Radiator Grille Replacement (GMC) or Radiator Grille Replacement (Chevrolet) . Disengage the front portion of either the LF or RF wheelhouse liner in order to access the lower inside hidden headlamp bolt. Refer to either Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (GMC) for the left side or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) for the right side wheelhouse liner. Loosen only, do not remove, the lower outside hidden headlamp bolt. Disconnect the forward lamp harness main electrical connector from the headlamp harness.
1Headlamp Screws (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2Headlamp Screw (Hidden) Tighten: Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)
3Headlamp Housing Support Tip: Depress the housing support tab with a flat-bladed tool downward in order to release the headlamp assembly from the support.
NOTE
Refer to Fastener Notice .

Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet)

Headlamp Replacement (GMC HD)

CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the front bumper fascia trim cap. Refer to Front Bumper Fascia Trim Cap Replacement (GMC) . Disengage the front portion of either the LF or RF wheelhouse liner in order to access the lower inside hidden headlamp bolt. Refer to either Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Left Side (GMC) for the left side or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (Chevrolet) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side (GMC) for the right side wheelhouse liner. Loosen only, do not remove, the lower outside hidden headlamp bolt (2). Disconnect the forward lamp harness main electrical connector from the headlamp harness.
1Headlamp Screws (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2Headlamp Screw (Hidden) Tighten: Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in)
3Headlamp Housing Support Tip: Depress the housing support tab with a flat-bladed tool downward in order to release the headlamp assembly from the support.
NOTE
Refer to Fastener Notice .

Headlamp Replacement (GMC HD)

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Scheme 42: Headlamp Bulb Replacement (GMC)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove either the LF or RF headlamp assembly. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet) or Headlamp Replacement (GMC HD) .
1Headlamp Bulb (Hi) CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution . Tip: Rotate the bulb socket a quarter turn counterclockwise and remove the bulb from the headlamp.
2Headlamp Bulb (Lo) Tip: Rotate the bulb socket a quarter turn counterclockwise and remove the bulb from the headlamp.
CAUTION
Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution .

Headlamp Bulb Replacement (GMC)

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Scheme 43: Headlamp Bulb Replacement (Chevrolet)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove either the LF or RF headlamp Assembly. Refer to Headlamp Replacement (Chevrolet) or Headlamp Replacement (GMC HD) .
1Headlamp Bulb (Hi) CAUTION: Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution . Tip: Disconnect the headlamp bulb electrical connector and turn the bulb assembly a quarter counterclockwise to remove.
2Headlamp Bulb (Lo) Tip: Disconnect the headlamp bulb electrical connector and turn the bulb assembly a quarter counterclockwise to remove.
CAUTION
Refer to Halogen Bulb Caution .

Headlamp Bulb Replacement (Chevrolet)

Removal Procedure

  1. Ensure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.
  2. Remove the lens from the lamp assembly.
  3. Remove the bulb.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the bulb.
  2. Install the lens to the lamp assembly.
  3. Inspect the operation.

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Scheme 44: Rear License Lamp Replacement (VF7)
CalloutComponent Name
1License Plate Lamp Electrical Connector Tip: Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear junction block.
2Rear License Plate Lamp Assembly

Rear License Lamp Replacement (VF7)

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Scheme 45: License Lamp Bulb Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Procedure Reach under the rear bumper for the bulb socket. Turn the bulb socket counter-clockwise and pull the bulb socket out of the connector. Pull the old bulb from the socket, keeping the bulb straight as you pull it out. Install the new bulb.
1Bulb Socket
2Rear License Plate Lamp Bulb

License Lamp Bulb Replacement

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Scheme 46: Tail Lamp Replacement (Chevrolet)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Open the endgate in order to access the tail lamp assembly screws.
1Tail Lamp Assembly Screw (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Tail Lamp Wiring Harness Assembly Connector
3Tail Lamp Assembly Tip: Upon installation, push inward on the tail lamp in order to seat the 2 locating pins in the body panel.
NOTE
Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tail Lamp Replacement (Chevrolet)

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Scheme 47: Tail Lamp Replacement (GMC)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Open the endgate in order to access the tail lamp assembly screws. Disconnect the electrical harness to the tail lamp.
1Tail Lamp Assembly Screws (Qty: 2) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Tail Lamp Assembly Tip: Upon installation, push inward on the outer edge of the tail lamp in order to seat the 2 locating pins in the body panel.
NOTE
Refer to Fastener Notice .

Tail Lamp Replacement (GMC)

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Scheme 48: Tail Lamp Bulb Replacement (Chevrolet)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear tail lamp. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement (Chevrolet) or Tail Lamp Replacement (GMC) .
1Park and Turn Signal Lamp Bulb (Qty: 2)

Tail Lamp Bulb Replacement (Chevrolet)

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Scheme 49: Tail Lamp Bulb Replacement (GMC)
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear tail lamp. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement (Chevrolet) or Tail Lamp Replacement (GMC) .
1Park and Turn Signal Lamp Bulbs (Qty: 2)

Tail Lamp Bulb Replacement (GMC)