Removing the tail light on the trunk lid

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Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING TAILGATE TRIM PANEL .

Unclip the cover (1) with the clips (2).

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NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Observe the note on unlocking and disconnecting plug connections.
For additional information see: 6113... UNLOCKING AND DISCONNECTING DIFFERENT PLUG CONNECTIONS .
Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

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Loosen nut (1).
Release the tail light on the trunk lid (2) on the guides (arrows) and remove.

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