63 25 000 Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary brake light

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Detach cover for auxiliary brake light (1) on both sides in direction of arrow and unclip at points (2).

Feed cover for auxiliary brake light (1) in direction of arrow out of moulded roofliner (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Detaching Cover For Auxiliary Brake Light

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Installation:

Retaining bar (1), clips (2) and guides (3) must not be damaged.

Make sure cover for auxiliary brake light (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Bar, Clips And Guides

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock slide (2) on both sides and remove auxiliary brake light (3) in direction of arrow from rear window (4).

Installation:

Make sure auxiliary brake light (3) is correctly positioned in rear window (4).

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Slide And Brake Light

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