63 21 180 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear light (in side wall)

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic discharge (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM ON LEFT

Release nuts (1) and nut (2).

Tightening torque, 63 21 1AZ .

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection And Nuts

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Remove left rear light in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Left Rear Light

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Installation note:

Make sure sealing frame (1) for rear light (2) is correctly seated.

If necessary, replace SEALING FRAME (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Sealing Frame For Rear Light

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