Tesla Model Y Tail Light Replacement: Your Ultimate Guide

Are you looking to remove or install the tail lights on your car but not sure where to start? In this guide, we’ll walk you through the step-by-step process to remove and reinstall car tail lights. The tools you’ll need include some pry tools, a socket wrench, an eight-millimeter socket, a short socket wrench extension, and an eight-millimeter stubby wrench.

Here’s a breakdown of the process:

1. Unscrew the rubber bump stops on both sides, and take note of their position before removing them.
2. Remove the latch cover and the long trim piece along the rear, starting at the sides and covering the main panel. Take a picture before removing them to remember their original position.
3. Remove the plastic push clips on the main panel, and then proceed to remove the plastic trim clips along the edges.
4. Disconnect the electrical connections to the lights and use the socket wrench with extension to loosen the nuts connected to the lights.
5. Reinstall the lights into position and reconnect the electrical connections.

After completing the installation, ensure that everything is working properly by testing the tail lights.

For a more detailed guide, check out the video above or follow along with the step-by-step instructions provided. We hope this helps you successfully remove and install your car tail lights!

What tools are needed to remove the tail lights?

To remove the tail lights, you will need pry tools, a socket wrench, an eight millimeter socket, a short socket wrench extension, and an eight millimeter stubby wrench.

What is the process for removing the tail lights?

1. Unscrew the rubber bump stops on both sides and remove the latch cover.2. Remove the long trim piece along the rear starting at the sides.3. Remove the plastic push clips on the main panel and pull downwards to start removing the plastic trim clips along the edges.4. Disconnect the electrical connection to the light using a socket wrench with extension and an eight millimeter socket.5. Pull the light straight out and disconnect the electrical connection.

How do you reinstall the tail lights?

To reinstall the tail lights, align the light in position, screw the eight millimeter nuts back down, reinstall the electrical connection, and pop the side trim panels back into place.

What should be done after reinstalling the tail lights?

After reinstalling the tail lights, make sure to close and open your trunk to ensure everything is working properly.