Honda 1997 Civic Hatchback Owner's Manual page 149

Lights
4. Remove the burned-out bulb by
pulling it straight out of the socket.
Push the new bulb straight into
the socket until it bottoms.
5. Reinstall the socket. Turn it
clockwise until it locks.
Test the lights to make sure the
new bulb is working.
6. Reinstall the brake light assembly.
Tighten the two screws securely.
Maintenance
Replacing a Rear License Bulb
SCREW
Use a Phillips-head screwdriver to
remove the two screws holding
the license plate light assembly to
the bracket. Pull the assembly
away from the bracket.
2. Remove the socket from the light
assembly by turning it one-quarter
turn counterclockwise.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of its
socket. Push the new bulb in until
it bottoms in the socket.