63 31 150 Removing and installing/replacing glovebox light

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IMPORTANT: Follow notes for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

NOTE: Similar to graphic.

Lever out glove box light (1) in direction of arrow.

Unlock plug connection and disconnect.

Remove glove box light (1).

Replacement:

If necessary, remove bulb.
Note BULB TYPE .

Fig 1: Removing Glove Box Light
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Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and pull out of light (2).

Installation note:

Make sure bulb holder (1) is correctly seated and engaged in light (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Bulb Holder On Footwell Light

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Remove bulb (1) from bulb holder (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Bulb From Bulb Holder

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