63 99 486 Replacing Light Module For Front Left Or Right Outside Door Handle Lighting (Up To 09/2004)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock both catches (2) and detach light guide (3).

Release screw (4).

Remove light module for outside door handle lighting (5).

Fig 1: Identifying Spring Clips

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Installation: 

Catches (1) of light module for outside door handle lighting (2) must engage correctly when fiber optic guide is inserted.

Fig 2: Identifying Holder And Screws

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