2012 Lincoln MKZ Owner Guide 2nd Printing - Page 66

Lights Replacing backup lamp/supplemental tail lamp The backup lamp and supplemental tail lamps are located in the trunk lid. Follow the same steps to replace either lamp. 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open trunk to access the lamp assembly. 2. Position the decklid trim aside by removing 3 to 4 pin-type retainers to expose the lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 6. Carefully reposition the trim back to its original position and secure the retainers. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb 1. Make sure the ignition control is in the off position. 2. Open the trunk and reach underneath package tray to locate lamp assembly. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it out of the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight from the socket and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 66 2012 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 2nd Printing USA (fus)