GM Pontiac
Grand Prix Third Brake Light Bulbs Replacement Guide
A pictures illustrated how-to guide for
replacing the high mount stop light bulbs on a 1997-2003 GM Pontiac Grand Prix.
 Grand Prix 3rd Brake Light |
 Third Brake Bulbs Cover |
 Pop Off Access Cover |
||
|
||||
 Plastic Vented Cover Off |
 2 High Mount Bulb Sockets |
 Grasp Bulb Socket |
||
| The first step to replacing a burnt out third brake light bulb in a 1997 to 2003 GM Pontiac Grand Prix is to open the trunk and locate the black plastic vented high mount stop light bulbs access cover. Remove the access cover by pushing on the tab located at the rear center of the cover with your thumb. | ||||
 1/4 Turn Counter Clockwise |
 Socket & Bulb Removed |
 Push Down & Twist 1/4 Turn |
||
| To make it easier to take these pictures, I actually got inside of the trunk. You shouldn't need to do this just to replace one of the bulbs. Removing either of the brake light bulb sockets requires a 1/4 turn counter clockwise. To remove the # 1141 light bulb from the socket, push down on the bulb and turn it a 1/4 turn counter clockwise. Then pull the bulb straight out from the socket. | ||||
|
|
||||
 Pull Bulb Straight Out |
 T1141 Mexico Light Bulb |
 3rd Brake Light Bulb Socket |
||
| The new # 1141 light bulb will only go in one way, then push down on it and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise. To complete this procedure just reverse the steps above. Insert the socket and bulb back into the 3rd brake light housing and turn it 1/4 turn clockwise to secure it in place. Then pop the black plastic high mount stop light housing access cover back into place. Take note of the "Top" and "Front" markings stamped on the access cover. Check that the new bulb(s) work properly by having someone step on the brakes. | ||||
 "Top" "Front" Markings |
 Replace Access Cover |
 Access Cover Replaced |
||
| For more of my
related automotive how-to guides or reviews click on the following links:
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Headlight Bulbs Replacement Guides,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Tail Light Bulbs Replacement Guide,
Zaino Bros Show Car Polish Review,
WeatherTech FloorLiner Car Mats Review,
GM 3800 II Power Steering Whine Repair Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Front Brake Pads Replacement Guide,
GM Brake Line Bleeding Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Rear Brake Pads Replacement Guide,
Headlight & Tail Light Condensation Solution Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Supercharger Belt Replacement Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Serpentine Belt Replacement Guide,
GM 3800 II Idler & Tensioner Pulleys Replacement Guide,
Corroded Car Battery Terminal Replacement Guide,
GM 3800 II Alternator Replacement Guide, GM
Pontiac Grand Prix PCV Valve Replacement Guide,
GM ABS/TCS/SES Warning Lights Solution Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Power Window Motor & Regulator Replacement Guide,
GM Wheel Bearing Hub Replacement Guide,
GM 3800 Series II Engine Oil Change Guide,
Buffing Old Faded Headlights Guide,
K&N Air Filter Cleaning Guide,
GM 3800 Series II Eaton M90 Supercharger Oil Change Guide,
GM Pontiac Grand Prix Overhead Map Light Bulbs Replacement Guide, and
Meguiar's Headlight Restoration Kit Review. |
||||
If you found this guide to be helpful,
please consider making a small donation by clicking on the PayPal.com
"Donate" button located to the right of this paragraph. Thank you!
 (Note: I am not a registered charity. Donations are not tax deductible.) |