Install the tail light on the trunk lid

• If necessary, insert convertible top brace (1) into the tailgate from the outside and position it with guides (2).

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Check 

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

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  Result 

  » Seal (1) is damaged.

  Measure

  • Replace gasket.

  Result 

  » Threaded bolt (2) is damaged.

  Measure

  • Replace tail light.
• Insert and position tail light (4) in the tailgate. Guide tail light (4) under the sealing lip of trim (5) and into clamping claw (3).
• Tighten nut (2) with clamping claw (3).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Tail light at trunk lid
  Clamping claw	tightening torque	2.6 Nm

• Connect connectors (1) and lock.

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Follow-up work 

• Refer to INSTALLING THE TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .