Bulb carrier in side panel, removing and installing: Removing

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Open storage shelf in luggage compartment on relevant side.
Open tail light cover and remove.
Turn knob -2- at bulb carrier -1- counter clockwise (arrow) and remove.
Remove bulb holder -5- from tail light housing.

Fig 1: Turning Knob At Bulb Carrier & Removing Bulb Holder

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Remove bulbs from bulb sockets.
1. Bulb for parking light - 12 V, 5W
2. Bulb for turn signal - 12 V, 21 W
3. Bulb for brake light/backup light - 12 V, 21/5 W

Fig 2: Removing Bulbs From Bulb Sockets

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