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

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights  , see 63 99... Instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights) ).

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, rear lid trim panel is shown removed.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn socket housing for tail light/adaptive brake light force display (2) in direction of arrow and pull out of rear light (3).

Remove bulb  , see 63 99 201 Replacing halogen bulb for left or right front fog lamp .

Installation: 

Make sure socket housing for tail light/adaptive brake light force display (2) is correctly seated and engaged on rear light (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Light And Plug Connection
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