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Old Jul 26, 2010 | 09:05 AM
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Default Torx Size - Tail Lamp Bulb Replacement

I need to replace (1) tail lamp bulb on my 05 GT. The plastic rear panel inside the trunk is held in by 4-6 plastic torx-headed screws.
Can anyone thell me the torx size of these screws??? T-____????
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Old Jul 26, 2010 | 10:18 AM
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I don't recall having to use torx to remove them, IIRC, you just pull the center portion out and then the whole plastic screw thing pops out.
Old Jul 26, 2010 | 10:19 AM
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Originally Posted by danzcool
I don't recall having to use torx to remove them, IIRC, you just pull the center portion out and then the whole plastic screw thing pops out.
I pop them out with a flat screwdriver. Gotta be careful 'cause they break easily
Old Jul 26, 2010 | 11:17 AM
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Torx? When I installed and also repaired my sequentials, I only recall using a socket wrench and a philips for those stupid plastic screw/pin fasteners.
Old Jul 26, 2010 | 11:41 AM
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I come to find that the torx size for these two screws are T-30. There are only two of these plastic screws: the remaining fastners are push-in and /or push pin style fasteners.
Being platic, I'm sure I could shove a screwdriver in and remove the fastener, as well.
My '05 is an early year model vehicle build before the 11/05 break. I know there is a
difference in the lamp wiring...maybe a difference in the fasteners????
Nevertheless, it is...question resolved....thanks for the input.

Found this on a Google search


2005-2006* Mustang
Sequential Plug n Play Tail Light
Installation Instructions

*For 2005-2006 Mustangs Built Before 11/05


Step 1

Verify that all rear lamps are functioning properly.

Remove the trunk rear trim panel by removing four push rivets: Lift out the center part of the rivet then pull the rivet out.

Remove two Torx retainers with a T-30 or flat screwdriver

Blah, Blah, Blah
Old Jul 26, 2010 | 11:46 AM
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I always have trouble with the "Blah, Blah, Blah" part of the mod...
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