Car care and technical information 209

Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan

Before changing bulbs in the trunk, you must first release the trim at the foot of the trunk. This involves removing the handle and the three trim fasteners (studs).

1Unscrew the handle on the inside of the tailgate.

2Using the peg in the top of the screw- driver handle, push in the button in the center of the studs.

3Remove the studs.

IB3909

Changing bulbs

1Squeeze together the silver plastic lug and the electrical connection and with- draw the lamp holder.

2The bulb has a bayonet fitting. Press in the bulb and twist it counterclockwise.

3Change the bulb.

IB518

Refitting the trim

1Reset the studs by pushing back the center buttons so that they protrude by 0.2 inch (5 mm).

2Insert the studs through the trim and tail- gate panel. Press the center buttons in, flush with the collar.

3Screw the handle back onto the trunk.

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Saab 2007 owner manual Trunk lid light and taillights, 9-5 Sedan, Changing bulbs, Refitting the trim