63 14 120 Removing and installing or replacing rear reflector

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR BUMPER TRIM

Disengage the rear reflector (1) on the latch mechanism (2) and feed it out from the bumper panel (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Reflector Latch Mechanisms And Bumper Panel

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Installation note:

The retaining lugs (1) and guide (2) on the rear reflector (3) must not be damaged or missing.

Make sure rear reflector (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Reflector Retaining Lugs And Guide

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