63 31 020 Removing and installing/renewing footwell light

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IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTING) .

Footwell, left/right:

Lever footwell light (1) in direction of arrow out of trim panel (2).

Disconnect plug connection behind and remove footwell light (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Footwell Light And Pedals

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Door, left/right:

Lever footwell light (1) in direction of arrow out of door trim panel (2).

Disconnect plug connection behind and remove footwell light (1).

Replacement:

If necessary, remove bulb, note BULB TYPE
The footwell light in LED technology must be completely replaced!

Fig 2: Identifying Footwell Light And Door Trim
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Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and pull out of footwell light (2).

Installation note:

Make sure bulb holder (1) is correctly seated and latched on footwell light (2).

Fig 3: Turning Bulb Holder

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Pull bulb (1) in direction of arrow out of bulb holder (2).

Fig 4: Removing Bulb From Bulb Holder

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