Stop light bulb

Quite some time ago I recall someone posting the procedure to change the tail light bulbs in a 98 Explorer. I didn't pay any attention to it at the time, however, I need the info. now. How do I pull up older posts? Or, if someone could please tell me how to get to the bulb. Thanks, Steve

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Esteban
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I will try to be more specific.....I removed the jack, I see where the plug /wiring harness goes through the body. However, I can't determine how to get the socket out of the body. Does it twist to unlock, or does one just pull towards the front of the vehicle? Steve

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Esteban

on my 2000 Limited, there is a screw (just one I think, maybe two) that you can easily get to by lifting the tailgate.

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newman

Hi Newman, thanks for the prompt response. Yes, there are two large screws I can access by lifting the tailgate. After I removed the two screws, I am still unable to get the lense assembly off. It feels like it is hooked on the bottom of the assembly, I can't see any other attatchments beside the two screws. There is a molded plastic pin between the screw holes that prevent the unit from moving very far. I tried pulling the unit straight back, but I am afraid of breaking the plastic. Did you have this same problem? Steve

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Esteban

as I recall, there is a plastic screw type of insert that will come out as you pull on the lens. i believe this is just to keep the bottom of the lens tightly onto the taillight assembly. on mine, it just pulls out with a little force.

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