2005 Cadillac SRX lift gate struts

Are you trying to fix brake light or take strut off? Should be two screws in light assy to get to bulb? Or is there a short in system?

I screwed up sorry, the struts just pop off with a screwdriver.
Procedure
CAUTION: When a hood hold open device is being removed or installed, provide alternate support to avoid the possibility of damage to the vehicle or personal injury.

NOTE: Apply pressure only at the end of the liftgate assist rod that you are removing or attaching. Do NOT apply pressure to the middle of the rod because damage or bending will result.

Open and support the liftgate.
Remove the tail lamp. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the clip retaining the liftgate assist rod to the lower assist rod ball stud.
Fig. 23: View Of Liftgate Assist Rod
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Using a small flat-bladed tool, release the clip retaining the liftgate assist rod to the upper assist rod ball stud.
Remove the liftgate assist rod from the vehicle.
Press the liftgate assist rod onto the upper liftgate assist rod ball stud.
Press the liftgate assist rod onto the lower assist rod ball stud.
Fig. 24: View Of Liftgate Assist Rod
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Ensure that both clips are fully seated on the liftgate assist rod.
Install the tail lamp. Refer to Tail Lamp Replacement in Lighting Systems.
Close the liftgate