63 26 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right number/license plate light

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Special tools required:

64 1 020

WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever number/license plate light (1) 64 1 020 with special tool in direction of arrow out of tailgate.

Disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove number plate light (1).

Replacement:

If necessary, remove BULB .
Note BULB TYPE .

Fig 1: Removing Number/License Plate Light Out Of Tailgate Using Special Tool (64 1 020)
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