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2002-2004 Nissan Xterra Taillight Replacement

The rear indicator light of a vehicle...

iFixit Library 2002-2004 Nissan Xterra Moderate 20 minutes Guide 132698

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Guide overview

Before you begin

The rear indicator light of a vehicle communicates the driver’s intention to stop or change lanes. Indicator taillights stop working after many years of use and driving without a taillight is dangerous. This guide provides a user- friendly step-by-step manual of how to replace your taillight on a 2002-2004 Nissan Xterra. This a hazard-free fix that only uses two tools listed below.

Step 1

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Turn off the vehicle by removing the keys from the ignition.
Open the back trunk door.

Step 2

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Use the 10 mm wrench to remove the two screws on the back panel.

Step 3

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Gently, but firmly push the assembly to loosen the plastic alignment pins.

Step 4

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Remove the taillight socket from the taillight assembly by rotating it counterclockwise and lifting the socket out.

Step 5

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Remove the defective light bulb from the socket by pulling up on the socket.

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Insert the new light bulb into the same socket.

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Test the light bulb by turning the headlights of the car on. If it lights up, it properly works.

Step 8

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Once the flanges are lined up, press in the socket and turn clockwise to lock in place.