Installing the tail light on the rear left side panel

Check 

• Check the seal (1)  for damage and replace if necessary.
• Check threaded inserts (2)  for damage.

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  Result 

  » The threaded insert is damaged.

  Measure

  • Replace the rear light on the side panel.

  Parts:  Tail lamp

• Connect and lock connector (2)  of tail light (1)  on the side panel.

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• Install tail light (1)  on the side panel.

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  NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
• Tighten nuts (1)  .
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Side panel tail light to body
  hexagon nut M5	Tightening torque	3 Nm

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE COVER FOR THE WATER CHANNEL .
• Refer to INSTALLING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH TRIM PANEL (PARTIALLY REMOVED) .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE LED IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ON THE LEFT  (only M8 Gran Coupe).
• Refer to INSTALLING LOADING EDGE TRIM .
• Refer to INSTALLING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR COVERING .