2008-2013 Nissan Altima Third Brake Light Replacement

Here is a guide on how to replace a 3rd brake...

iFixit Library 2008-2013 Nissan Altima Moderate 10 minutes Guide 182442

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Here is a guide on how to replace a 3rd brake light bulb on a 2009 Nissan Altima. You will need a screw driver and a replacement bulb. It will take about 5-10 minutes depending on experience to take the old bulb out and install a new one.

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Find the third brake light cover near the back window.

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Use a plastic pry tool to pry up the third brake light assembly.

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Disconnect the third brake light wire harness.

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Remove the third brake light assembly.

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TOOL USED ON THIS STEP Phillips #1 Screwdriver Referenced by the iFixit guide

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Flip the brake light assembly and remove each of the two Phillips screws that secure the LED assembly.

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Remove the LED assembly.