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

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights), refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove rear bumper trim, refer to 51 12 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR BUMPER .

Turn associated socket housing and remove from rear light (3).

Socket housing of bulb for rear fog light
Socket housing of bulb for reversing light

Fig 1: Turning Associated Socket Housing And Removing From Rear Light

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Cut associated two-core lead with sufficient residual length remaining in vehicle and remove socket housing.

Installation:

Wiring is carried out with connectors.