63 99 315 Replacing bulb(s) for left or right rear light (Saloon)

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove socket housing for rear light. Refer to 63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT .

Turn faulty bulb(s) and pull out of socket housing for rear light (6).

Turn faulty reversing light bulb and pull out of socket housing for rear light (6).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Light Components

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Installation:

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA- 545I (4.4L) E60/N62 .