Chevrolet Malibu Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-
17378019) - 2024 - CRC - 4/17/23
240 Vehicle Care
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps (LT and
Premier)
Caution
Improper lamp assembly removal and
installation can cause leaks and water
intrusion which may cause damage to
the taillamp. Do not remove the taillamp
assembly to replace a bulb. Use the trunk
opening to access the bulb.
The stoplamp/taillamp and trunk deck
inboard taillamp are LEDs. To replace, see
your dealer.
Back-Up Lamp
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk 0 18.
2. Remove the push pins and pull back the
trunk deck trim.
3. Remove the bulb socket by turning
counterclockwise and pulling straight out.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the bulb socket.
6. Install the bulb socket by turning
clockwise.
7. Install the trunk deck trim.
License Plate Lamp
To replace one of these bulbs:
Passenger Side Shown, Driver Side Similar
1. Push the release tab toward the lamp
assembly.
2. Pull the lamp assembly down to remove.