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How to Install Replace Taillight and Bulb Chevy Malibu 2004-08 1A Auto

Created on: 2011-12-05

Learn how top replace the tail lights or bulbs in your 04-08 Chevy Malibu. 1A Auto shows you how in this video.

  1. step 1 :Removing the Taillight Assembly
    • Remove the Phillips screw.
    • Twist off the net clip.
    • Pull down the insulation.
    • Twist off the two thumb screws.
    • Pull the taillight back and off.
    • Disconnect the harness.
  2. step 2 :Changing the Bulbs
    • Twist the socket counterclockwise and pull it out.
    • Pull the bulb out.
    • Push the new bulb in.
    • Twist the socket clockwise to lock it.
  3. step 3 :Replacing the Taillight Assembly
    • Connect the harness.
    • Line up the taillight and push it back into place.
    • Replace the two thumb screws.
    • Replace the insulation and net clip.
    • Replace the Phillips screw.

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In this video we're going to show you taillight replacement on this 2006 Malibu, same as 2004 - 2008 sedans. The only tool you'll need is a Phillips screw driver, and we show you both if you just need to service the bulbs as well as if you need to replace the entire taillight due to break, or some type of small accident.

Start with a Phillips screw driver and there's a little screw right here. Inside we have to remove your net if you have one. Take that off, and here there's two more thumb screws. Fast-forward here as I remove those two thumb screws. To remove the taillight, pull back and off. If you're just looking to service the bulbs just turn counterclockwise on these sockets. The bulb comes out, pushes back in. Same with these other two. If you want to replace the whole taillight because you had an accident or something just pull up a little, pull up this little tab here and disconnect this harness, and the light comes off. Okay, new taillight from 1A Auto, you can see is exactly the same as the original, so if yours has been broken or faded, or whatever, you can see it going to go in with the plug, plugs right in. Make sure that your studs line up. Push it back in and secure it with your two thumb screws. I'll speed it up again here as I tighten up those two thumb screws. And last but not least put that Phillips screw back into the body.

We hope this helps you out. Brought to you by www.1AAuto.com, your source for quality replacement parts and the best service on the internet. Please feel free to call us toll free, 888-844-3393. We're the company that's here for you on the internet and in person.

2006 - 2007  Chevrolet  Malibu
2004 - 2005  Chevrolet  Malibu
2008 - 2008  Chevrolet  Malibu

Tail Light for Driver Side

Chevrolet Malibu Driver & Passenger Side 2 Piece Tail Light Set DIY Solutions LHT07513

Part Details:

  • 2 Piece
  • (1) Passenger Side Tail Light
  • (1) Driver Side Tail Light
$131.95
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