63 21 055 Replacing a socket housing for left or right rear light (saloon/sedan, touring)

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Saloon/sedan, in side panel:

Up to 09/2001:

Unlock catch (1) and remove socket housing for rear light (2).

Fig 1: Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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From 09/2001:

Turn fastener (1) in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light (2).

Fig 2: Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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Both:

Disconnect plug connection and remove socket housing for rear light.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Touring, in side panel:

Remove flap in luggage compartment trim panel.

Fig 4: Removing Flap In Luggage Compartment Trim Panel

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NOTE: Remove warning triangle before removing left socket housing for rear light.

Unlock socket housing for rear light (1) and lift off slightly. Disconnect plug connection (2) and remove socket housing for rear light (1).

Saloon/sedan, touring, in rear lid:

Saloon/sedan:

Partially release panel for rear lid.

touring:

Release insert in rear lid trim.

Both:

Disconnect plug.

Unlock socket housing for rear light and remove.

Fig 5: Unlocking Socket Housing For Rear Light

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