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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2009COBALT L4-2.2LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISLIGHTING AND HORNSLICENSE PLATE LAMPSERVICE AND REPAIR
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt L4-2.2L
License Plate Lamp: Service and Repair
2009 Chevrolet Cobalt L4-2.2LSECTION Service and Repair
Rear License Plate Lamp Replacement (Chevrolet)
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the license plate from the rear bumper fascia.
2. Remove the screws (1) from the license plate lamp.
3. Remove the license plate lamp (2) from the rear bumper fascia.
4. Remove the bulb/socket from the license plate lamp (2) by turning counterclockwise.
5. Remove the bulb from the socket.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the bulb to the socket.
2. Install the socket to the license plate lamp (2) by turning the socket clockwise.
3. Install the license plate lamp (2) to the rear bumper fascia.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).
4. Install the screws (1) to the license plate lamp. Tighten the license plate lamp screws to 2 Nm (18 lb in).
5. Install the license plate to the rear bumper fascia.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.