Installing the brake light

3. Position the brake light (3).
Lock both slides (2) inward.
Connect plug (1).

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Check
Check the clips (1) on the cover of the 3rd brake light (2) for damage, replace if necessary.
Check the detent (3) on the cover of the auxiliary 3rd brake light (2) for damage, replace if necessary.

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Result

» Detent is damaged.

Measure
Replace the cover of the 3rd brake light (2).
Parts: Cover of the 3rd Brake lamp
Put on the cover of the 3rd brake light (1) from underneath.
Clip in the cover of the 3rd brake light (1) with the clips (3) and the detent (2).

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