Kia Rio: Light bulbs / Side marker (rear) (Bulb type) bulb replacement (Rear combination lamp Type A) (for 5 door)

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Remove the service cover.

3. Loosen the light assembly retaining screws with a cross-tip screwdriver.

4. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from the body of the vehicle.

5. Disconnect the rear combination lamp connector.

6. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.

7. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket by pulling it out.

8. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the bulb-socket.

9. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.

10. Connect the rear combination lamp connector.

11. Install the rear combination lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.

12. Install the service cover.