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

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Fold back cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Back Cover
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Turn socket housing for rear light (1) in direction of arrow and remove from rear light (2).

Cut associated two-core lead with sufficient residual length remaining in vehicle and remove socket housing for rear light (1).

Installation: 

Wiring is carried out with connectors. 

If necessary, secure two-core lead against rattling.

Fig 2: Turning Socket Housing For Rear Light
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