How to Wire Aftermarket Clearance Lights on a Silverado

The Chevrolet Silverado's clearance light, also referred to as the backup light, is a part of the Silverado's tail light assembly. If you wish to wire an aftermarket clearance light on to your Silverado, the process is the same as wiring a factory clearance light. It's an incredibly simple process that will not take more than fifteen minutes. You will need to access the tail light assembly by removing a few screws from the Silverado in order to access the wiring component.

Instructions

1

Open your Silverado's hood by pulling on the hood release lever located below and to the left of the steering wheel.

2

Lift up the hood and disconnect the battery's negative cable with a socket wrench.

3

Open the tailgate and remove the screws from the rear of the tail light assembly. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the screws.

4

Disconnect the wiring connector of the assembly and remove it from the vehicle. Install the aftermarket assembly with the desired clearance lights installed and place it into the Silverado.

5

Connect the wiring connector to the rear of the assembly. It will click into place when secured.

6

Reattach the screws to secure the tail light assembly and close the tailgate. Reconnect the battery and close the hood.