After doing a search and only coming up with threads stating you need to remove the interior trim panels to replace the rear license plate bulbs, I decided to to make this quick DIY showing how to replace them from the outside in 5 minutes.



First, use your finger or a screwdriver to gently pry the right side(drivers) towards the left side(passengers) and pull back, this will release the right side.


Gently pull the housing towards the back of the vehicle:


Rotate the housing until it pops free of the tailgate assembly:


Push the gray release tabs on the back of light socket to remove the outer lense, giving you access to the bulb:


Replace bulb and reverse directions.

Hopefully this helps somebody out.

Tim