Taillamp/rear fog lamp bulb, removing and installing

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Removing

Turn light switch to position "0".

CAUTION:

Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Fig 1: Unclipping Plug From Luggage Compartment Trim

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Unclip plug - 1 - from luggage compartment trim - arrow - using a small screwdriver.

Fig 2: Identifying Nut, Bulb Holder, And Retaining Tabs

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Remove nut - 1 - and detach retainer bracket.
Remove bulb holder - 2 - from housing (press apart retaining tabs - arrows - ).
Screw bulb out of bulb holder.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Insert new bulb in bulb holder.

Tightening torque

Component - fastener	Nm
Retainer bracket to housing - nut	3.5