Installing the tail light on the left and right side panel

• Install the tail light on the side panel 

  Check 

• Check the threaded bolt (1)  and the seal (2)  for damage.

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  Result 

  » The threaded bolt (1)  or the seal (2)  is damaged.

  Measure

• Replace the rear light on the side panel (3)  .
• Insert the tail light on the side panel (1)  in the arrow direction and press upwards so that it is flush with the body.

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• Tighten nuts (1)  .
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Side panel tail light to body
  Combination hexagon nut	Tightening torque	4 Nm

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• Connect connectors (2)  and lock.
• Insert plug (1)  .

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING BOTH BOTTOM D-PILLAR TRIM PANELS .
• Refer to INSTALLING THE LEFT AND RIGHT FLAP IN THE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL .