63 99 312 Replacing bulb(s) for left or right rear light (rear lid)

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove SOCKET HOUSING FOR REAR LIGHT .

Pull bulb (1) out of bulb holder (3) in direction of arrow.

Turn bulb (2) in direction of arrow and remove from socket housing (3).

NOTE:

Bulb, backup light
Bulb, rear fog light

Installation note:

NOTE BULB TYPE .

Fig 1: Pulling Bulb Out Of Bulb Holder

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