63 25 000 Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary brake light

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IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on PROTECTION AGAINST ELECTROSTATIC DAMAGE (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove TAILGATE TRIM

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unfasten screws (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Connection And Screws

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Release latch mechanism (1) on left and right of auxiliary brake light (2).

Remove auxiliary brake light (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanism On Auxiliary Brake Light

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Installation note:

Seal (1) on the additional brake light must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 3: Identifying Seal On Auxiliary Brake Light

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