63 21 055 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (saloon/sedan, touring)

Saloon/Sedan, In Side Panel: 

Up to 09/2001: 

Unlock catch (1) and remove socket housing for rear light (2).

Fig 1: Unlocking Catch And Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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From 09/2001: 

Turn fastener (1) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light (2).

Fig 2: Turning Fastener In Direction Of Arrow

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Both: 

Disconnect plug connection and remove socket housing for rear light.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connection And Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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Touring, In Side Panel: 

Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel. See 51 47 072 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FINISHING STRIP ON ENTRANCE, REAR LEFT OR RIGHT

Unlock socket housing for rear light (1) and lift off slightly.

Disconnect plug connection (2) and remove socket housing for rear light (1).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Plug Connection And Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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Saloon/Sedan, Touring, In Rear Lid: 

Saloon/Sedan: 

Partially release panel for rear lid.

Touring: 

Release insert in rear lid trim.

Both: 

Disconnect plug.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Plug

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Unlock socket housing for rear light and remove.