How to Replace Tail Light 98-02 Mercury Grand Marquis

Difficulty: Beginner · About 20 min · Mercury Grand Marquis

Replace the tail light assembly on a 1998-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis.

Steps

1. Remove the tail light

   Pull up the panel at the trunk opening, remove the thumb screw, pull back the trim, remove the three 11mm nuts on the back of the light, disconnect the connector, then pull the light out.

2. Swap a bulb

   Twist the socket out, pull the bulb straight out, push the new one in, then twist the socket back in.

3. Install the new tail light

   Remove the sockets from the old light and twist them into the new assembly, feed the harness through the car, line up the light and press it into place, reconnect the connector, replace the nuts, then refit the trim, thumb screw, and trunk panel.

Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.