Installing 3rd brake light trim

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Check

Check clips (3) for damage and replace if necessary.
Check detents (2) and guides (4) for damage.

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Result

» The lock or guide is damaged.

Measure

Replace the trim of the auxiliary brake light.

Align 3rd brake light trim (3) from the bottom and clip in with detents (2).
Clip in clips (1).

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Check

Check clips (3) for damage and replace if necessary.
Check detents (2) and guides (4) for damage.

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Result

» The lock or guide is damaged.

Measure

Replace the trim of the auxiliary brake light.

Align 3rd brake light trim (3) from the bottom and clip in with detents (2).
Clip in clips (1).

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.