63 21 183 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light (Up To 03/2005) (On Rear Lid)

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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) .

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove complete rear center trim. Refer to 51 13 400 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR CENTER TRIM (UP TO 03/2005) .

Unclip rear light (1) and remove.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).

Fig 1: Rear Light And Clips

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

Replacement:

If necessary, remove bulbs. Refer to 63 99 315 REPLACING BULB(S) FOR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR LIGHT (FROM 03/2005) .