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Old 04-18-2013, 11:24 PM
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G-028: Need help with reverse lights replacement?

I can't seem to find how to replace the reverse lights. Does anyone know where I can find a DIY or guide me in the right direction, maybe a step by step or pictures?

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Old 04-18-2013, 11:44 PM
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google is a wonderful thing brotha

http://www.carcarekiosk.com/video/20.../reverse_light
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Thanks!! was going to ask you since i seen u did it but figured this way works too.
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Any "how to" video that starts off like this: 'The reverse light is the white light that lights up when your RL is in reverse' is really appealing to the masses!
Old 04-19-2013, 12:06 PM
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Originally Posted by db22
Any "how to" video that starts off like this: 'The reverse light is the white light that lights up when your RL is in reverse' is really appealing to the masses!
but if they're replacing it shouldn't it read: 'The reverse light is the white light that doesn't light up when your RL is in reverse'

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No prob!

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Thanks!! was going to ask you since i seen u did it but figured this way works too.
I'm not gonna wit mechanical shit at all but it was pretty easy. GL
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I was surprised to find out you have to remove the entire taillight assembly when I installed my new reverse lights. I've never had to remove an entire assembly to replace a bulb before. In some ways it's easier because you don't have to remove the carpeting in the trunk to get to the back of the bulbs...on the other hand, those clips on the trim pieces are a bitch.
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Originally Posted by BDoggPrelude
I was surprised to find out you have to remove the entire taillight assembly when I installed my new reverse lights. I've never had to remove an entire assembly to replace a bulb before. In some ways it's easier because you don't have to remove the carpeting in the trunk to get to the back of the bulbs...on the other hand, those clips on the trim pieces are a bitch.
yep broke a piece off the taillights where the tab goes yanking to hard all in all pretty easy.
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2008 Acura RL light

Do you really have to take off the back bumper to get to the reverse light ?
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Nope, tail light is held on by a few bolts. Here are good instructions. They are for the turn signal but the idea is the same.

Rear Turn Signal Replacement Acura RL (2005-2008) - 2008 Acura RL 3.5L V6
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Please do a search before making a new thread. Not only will you likely find the answer you need, but it will help confuse others in the future.

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