Difference Between Versions Before And After 09/01:

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Version before 09/01
- 1) Wide seal over entire handle strip.
- 2) Open microswitch.
- 3) Plug connection.
Version after 09/01
- 4) Narrow seal only at top over entire handle strip.
- 5) Plug connection.
- 6) Small seal around plug connection (5).
  
  Fig 1: Identifying Components
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Lever light strip (1) on left/right out of recess (2) and remove.

Detach bulb (3) on left/right.

Installation:

Perform function check with trunk lid open.

Fig 2: Detaching Bulb On Left/Right

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NOTE: Scope of work for "Replacing handle strip (on rear lid after 09/01)" ends here.