63 99 431 Replacing light bulb(s) for ceiling light

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CAUTION: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Version with inside reading lamps:

Remove complete ceiling light (with inside reading lamps). Refer to 63 31 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COMPLETE CEILING LIGHT .

Turn socket housing for bulb counterclockwise and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Bulb

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Remove bulb.

NOTE:

Socket housing for left inside reading lamp
Socket housing for ceiling light
Socket housing for right inside reading lamp

Version without inside reading lamps:

Remove complete ceiling light (without inside reading lamps).

Fig 2: Removing Ceiling Light

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Loosen screws (1).

Remove ceiling light (2) from lens underneath.

Remove bulb(s).

All:

Installation:

Note type of bulb. Refer to 63 31 INTERIOR LIGHTS E53 .