63 21 170 Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear light

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Partially remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WHEEL ARCH PANEL

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Slacken nuts (2) until clamping claw (3) can be routed past side wall (4).

Installation note: 

Make sure clamping claw (3) is correctly seated on side wall (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Plug Connection Clamping Claw, Side Wall And Nuts

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Carefully remove rear light (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Removing Rear Light

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Replacement: 

• If necessary, remove BULBS .