1970 Challenger Bulb Sockets for tail lights

[DY31970]

Hi, How would I remove the bulb sockets on the under side of the tail light housing? I tried turning with no luck and didn't want to force it.

 

[NixDad]

Pull down...it is tight

 

[DY31970]

Pull down? Can that break the socket? Or pull straight out?

 

[NixDad]

Ok, what year and car are we talking about?
I presumed a 70 or 71 Challenger.
the socket snaps in from the bottom up on those models

 

[DY31970]

Thanks NixDad, I have a 70 Challenger. I don't understand what you mean by, it snaps in from the bottom up. The bulb socket goes straight into the tail light housing.

 

[DY31970]

I know the opening for the bulb socket is on the underside of the tail light housing, but socket plugs straight into the housing there.

 

[Challenger RTA]

I've seen the socket rusted in place. very hard to get out. bust a knuckle then it will come out.

 

[DY31970]

Thanks Challenger RTA. Do I just try to pull the socket straight out or wiggle it back and forth while pulling it out?

 

[doubleyellow]

Wiggling helps to loosen, while pulling out, but don't bend too far or may damage the bulb socket. Don't pull on the wires. It is hard to get a grip - not much room under the housing

 

[DY31970]

Thanks very much doubleyellow, now I know how to remove the bulb socket.

 

[MoparCarGuy]

They push straight into the tail lamp housing with spring clips. Wiggle back and forth and PULL. A picture is worth...