63 21 180 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light (On Side Panel)
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IMPORTANT:
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection). Refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE)
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Open flap in luggage compartment panel.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release nuts (2) and remove outer rear light (3) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Make sure gap (outer) is uniform all round between rear light (3) and side panel.
Make sure sealing frame is correctly seated; replace if necessary. Refer to 63 21 101 REPLACING SEALING FRAME FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (ON SIDE PANEL) .
Replacement:
- If necessary, remove bulbs. Refer to 63 99 315 REPLACING BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (FROM 03/2005) .
- Remove socket housing for rear light. Refer to 63 21 055 REPLACING A SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (ON SIDE PANEL) .