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How to Replace the Taillight Bulb on a 1997 Chevy Silverado

Replacing the taillight bulbs in the taillight assemblies of your Chevy Silverado pickup will only take a few minutes and requires only simple hand tools to complete the job. The bulbs are housed within a plastic taillight assembly and the assembly requires removal from the truck to access the bulb. The 3057 bulbs used in the taillights of the Silverado are readily available from any parts store or most major department stores.

Instructions

1

Open the tailgate of your Silverado and locate the two taillight retaining screws on the inside edge of each taillight assembly. These are Phillips-head screws on the inner edge of the end of the cargo-bed wall, where the tailgate rests when closed.

2

Remove the two retaining screws with a Phillips screwdriver, setting the screws aside for reuse later. Grasp the taillight assembly and pull it straight out of the body until you can access the wiring harness connection on the back of the assembly.

3

Depress the locking tab on the connector and pull it off the taillight assembly. Grasp the socket on the back of the taillight, turn it counterclockwise -turn, and remove it from the assembly. Pull the failed bulb out of the socket and discard it.

4

Push a new bulb into the socket. Insert the bulb and socket into the rear of the taillight assembly and turn the assembly clockwise to lock it in place. Connect the wiring harness connector to the taillight assembly, pushing it in until it snaps in place.

5

Position the taillight assembly on the rear of the Silverado, making sure it seats completely; then install the two retaining screws. Tighten the screws with a Phillips screwdriver and close the tailgate.