remove tail light and reach through
To access the third brake light on a 1989 Corvette Coupe, first, open the rear hatch and remove the plastic cover that protects the light assembly. This typically involves unscrewing or unclipping the cover. Once removed, you can access the bulbs by twisting them out of their sockets. Replace the bulbs as needed and reassemble the cover.
How to change third brake light in 2009 Hyundai sonata
BMW servise
Sounds like it may have been replaced at one point with an inferior piece.
On my 1988 Conv the third brake light comes out through the license plate opening.The service manual suggests removing both the gas filler door and rubber boot along with the license.
the screws come off and you replace it
You can't. The C5 third brake light is an LED unit. If the unit has went out the entire unit needs to be replaced. There are two bolts that hold the unit in that are accessed by removing the rear plate holder.
Remove the two screws holding the third brake light lens on then remove the lens, it may be stuck but it will pop off. Replace the two bulbs in there by pulling them straight out.
The third brake light on a 2007 Toyota Avalon is replaced by first removing the rear, retaining screws. The wiring harness can then be disconnect and the light bulb removed.
To replace the third brake light on a 2002 Mazda Protege, first, open the trunk and locate the plastic cover for the brake light assembly. Remove the screws or clips securing the cover, then gently pull it off. Disconnect the old light bulb by twisting it counterclockwise, replace it with a new bulb, and reassemble the cover by securing it back in place. Test the brake light to ensure it's functioning properly.
the third brake light is direct from brake light switch no fuse
Its a whole led unit replace whole deal not bulb