Procedure to Install Modified Tail Lamp Gaskets

1. Remove the quarter trim panels and upper storage side garnish moldings, refer to the 1991 Probe shop manual, sections 01-05 page 3-6 and section 17-01 page 14-15 for removal and installation procedures.

2. With the tail lamp(s) removed from the vehicle, inspect the rear body panel sealing surface for damage that could prevent sealing, also visually observe the end panel for signs of moisture entry. Clean the end panel with soap and water.

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3. Remove the original gasket(s) from the tail lamp assemblies, remove the five light bulbs from each lamp housing. Refer to figure 5.

4. Inspect the lamp assemblies for outer lens separation, Refer to TSB 91-11-10 for details.

5. Drain any water from the lamp through a bulb socket opening, use of compressed air will help dry most moisture from the lens.

NOTE: USING COMPRESSED AIR OR AN ELECTRIC HOT AIR GUN WILL NOT FULLY DRY THE LAMPS BECAUSE OF THE DOUBLE REFLECTIVE LENS INTERNAL CAVITIES.

6. Inspect each light bulb and socket for moisture corrosion, use dielectric grease on the bulb electrical contacts and inside the sockets.

7. Obtain new gasket(s), (F12Z-13A495-A), right side and (F12Z-13A495-B), left side.

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8. Remove the white protective cover from the gasket adhesive strip, install the gasket with the adhesive strip facing TOWARD the end panel of the vehicle body.

9. Install the lamp assemblies to the rear end panel. Lightly tighten all 8 nuts, then tighten the 4 center nuts prior to tightening the 4 outer nuts.

NOTE: TORQUE THE NUTS TO 46-70 LB.IN. (5-8 N-m) FOR EACH LAMP ASSEMBLY. AFTER BOTH LAMPS HAVE BEEN INSTALLED AND TORQUED, RECHECK THE TORQUE ON THE NUTS, AS THE GASKET WILL SLOWLY COMPRESS AND REDUCE THE PREVIOUS TORQUE VALUES.

10. Perform an electrical check of the stop, turn, brake and back-up lamp bulb(s) for proper operation.

11. Install the trim pieces in the cargo storage area.

PART NUMBER PART NAME CLASS

F12Z-13A495-A Tail Lamp Gasket, RH B
F12Z-13A495-B Tail Lamp Gasket, LH B

OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 91-11-10
SUPERSEDES: 90-8-12
WARRANTY STATUS: Eligible Under Basic Warranty Coverage