63 14 140 Replace rear reflector

Necessary preliminary work :

REMOVE REAR BUMPER PANEL

NOTE: In vehicles produced from 05/2013, the rear reflector can no longer be removed without destroying it.

Release the latch mechanism (1) on the rear reflector (2), and remove from the bumper panel (3) in the direction of the arrow.

Installation note :

Make sure replacement rear reflector (2) is correctly fitted in bumper panel (3).

Fig 1: Releasing Latch Mechanism On Rear Reflector

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Installation note :

Latch mechanisms (1) and guides (2) on replacement rear reflector (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanisms, Guides And Rear Reflector

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NOTE: In the following national-market versions, component (1) on the back of the bumper panel must be removed before the replacement rear reflector can be installed:

India
China
Korea
Gulf States

Fig 3: Identifying Bumper Panel Component
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Component (1) is bonded.