63 14 120 Removing and installing/replacing reflecting tail light on rear bumper (coupe, convertible)

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NOTE: Once the bumper (1) has been pressed on, the reflecting tail light (2) is forced out by spring force.

Fig 1: Removing Reflecting Tail Light

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Press bumper (1) in center upwards and remove reflecting tail light (2) towards rear/top.

Installation:

Insert reflecting tail light (2) at bottom into bumper (1) and press top/center against reflecting tail light (2) until it snaps into place in bumper (1).

Installation:

Fixtures (1) and springs (2) on reflecting tail light (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Fixtures And Springs

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Installation:

Fixtures (1) in bumper (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Fixtures In Bumper

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