License Plate Lamp: Service and Repair

License Plate Lamp

• License plate light function can be checked via output Diagnostic Test Mode (DTM) of Vehicle Electrical System Control Module (J519).

DTC Recognition and Display

The Vehicle Electrical System Control Module is equipped with On Board Diagnostics (OBD) which assists in troubleshooting.

The "Guided Fault Finding" function is to be used for troubleshooting of the systems as described in => [ Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information Systems ] Vehicle Diagnosis, Testing and Information Systems.

Removing

- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers and move the ignition key or start button into the 0 position (preliminary engaged position).

- Remove mounting bolts - 1 - from License Plate Lamp - 2 -.






- Using a suitable screwdriver, carefully pry License Plate Lamp out of bumper cover at recess - arrow -.

- Unlock and disconnect the connector - arrow -.






- Pry diffusion lens - 1 - out of license plate light housing - 2 - in direction of arrow using a suitable screwdriver.






• When prying out the diffusion lenses, make sure that the gasket between diffusion lens and license plate light housing is not damaged.

License Plate Lamp: tubular bulb 12V, 5 W

Installing

Installation is reverse of removal, noting the following:

When assembling license plate light, make sure that diffusion lens gasket has proper fit.