LICENSE PLATE LIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2016 – MX-5 – Body and Accessories
LICENSE PLATE LIGHT BULB REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION.)
2. Insert the remover tool into the service hole at the position shown in the figure.
3. While pressing the license plate light tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure using a remover tool, pull the license plate light in the direction of arrow (2) and detach the license plate light tab from the rear bumper.
4. Pull the license plate light in the direction of arrow (3) shown in the figure and remove it from the rear bumper.
5. Turn the socket counterclockwise and remove it in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
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If there is oil or dirt on the surface of the light bulb, excessive heat will build up and the life of the light bulb will be shortened. If the light bulb glass area is touched, wipe off any dirt using a soft cloth dampened with detergent diluted in water (approx. 5 %).
6. Remove the license plate light bulb.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.