63 21 057 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (rear lid)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Partially remove trim panel for rear lid . See 51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR REAR LID .

WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs ( exterior lights ).

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unlock locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light (3) from rear light (4).

NOTE: Convert bulbs, replace if necessary.
Note type of bulb .

Fig 1: Identifying Unfasten Plug Connection And Rear Light

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