63 25 000 Removing and installing/replacing auxiliary brake light

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Removing trim for oddments tray, refer to 51 46 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRAY (BACK SHELF) .

Remove nuts.

Fig 1: Removing Trim For Oddments Tray

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Remove connector, pull back brake light and lift out.

Fig 2: Removing Brake Light

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Installation:

Insert lugs (2) in recess (1), slide brake light up to rear window and tighten down.

Fig 3: Sliding Brake Light Up To Rear Window & Tightening Down

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