Cadillac 2005 CTS, Owner'S Manual

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Back-Up and License Plate Lamps
A. Back-Up Lamps
B. License Plate Lamps
To replace a back-up or license plate bulb, do the
following:
1. Open the trunk. See Trunk on page 2-12 for more
information.
2. Remove the cloth cover on the trunk lid by pulling
out the three push-pins located on the underside of
the trunk lid.
3. Remove the eight mounting nuts from the underside
of the trunk lid by turning the nuts counterclockwise.
4. Pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle to
expose the bulb sockets.
5. Turn the bulb socket one-quarter turn
counterclockwise and pull the bulb and socket out
of the lamp reflector.
6. Pull the old bulb from the bulb socket keeping the
bulb straight as you pull it out.
7. Install a new bulb.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the lamp assembly.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior Lamp Bulb Number
Back-Up Lamp 3157K
Fog Lamp 9145
Front and Rear Turn Signal Lamp 3157K
License Plate Lamp W5WLL
Rear Sidemarker Lamp 3157K
Stoplamp 3157K
Taillamp 3157K
For replacement bulbs not listed here, please consult
your dealer.
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