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

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Open luggage compartment panel.

Fig 1: Opening Luggage Compartment Panel

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Up to 09/2000:

Turn lock in direction of arrow and remove socket housing for rear light.

Fig 2: Turning Lock And Removing Socket Housing For Rear Light

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Disconnect connector.

Convert bulbs, replace if necessary.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector

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From 09/2000:

Fig 4: Identifying Socket Housing

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Turn socket housing for rear light to be replaced counterclockwise and remove.

Convert bulb, replace if necessary.

NOTE:

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