63 21 035 Removing and installing/replacing left socket housing for rear light (on tailgate)

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Remove service cap (1) from tailgate trim panel (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Ensure that service cap (1) is correctly seated on tailgate trim panel (2).

Fig 1: Removing Service Cap From Tailgate Trim Panel

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Installation note:

Latch mechanism (1) and guides (2) on service cap (3) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanism And Guides On Service Cap

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

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock latches (2) and remove socket housing (3) from rear light (4).

Installation note:

Make sure plug connection (1) is correctly seated.

Catches (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure socket housing (3) is correctly seated on rear light (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Light, Socket Housing And Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Carefully press down bulb (1) into socket housing (2), turn in direction of arrow and remove from socket housing (2).

Note BULB TYPE .

Fig 4: Turning Bulb Into Socket Housing

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