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63 21 055 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (on side panel)

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights  , see 63 99... Instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights) ).

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Turn socket housing for rear light (1) or (2) in direction of arrow and pull out of rear light (5).

Pull socket housing for rear light (3) and (4) out of rear light (5).

Remove associated bulb(s)  , see 63 99 201 Replacing halogen bulb for left or right front fog lamp .

NOTE:
  • Socket housing, brake light (1)
  • Socket housing, brake light (2)
  • Socket housing, reversing light (3)
  • Socket housing, direction indicator (4)
Fig 1: Pulling Socket Housing For Rear Light
G06213632Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Make sure socket housings for rear lights (1, 2, 3, 4) are correctly seated and engaged on rear light (5).