Removing the bulb socket for the left and right tail lights

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Preliminary work

CAUTION: Danger through light source.
Injury hazard! Risk of short circuits!

Disconnect light source from voltage supply before replacing: Switch off lighting system and ignition.
For additional information see: 63 99 INFORMATION ON HANDLING BULBS/LIGHT SOURCES (EXTERIOR LIGHTING)

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.

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Release the detents (1) by pressing them together and remove the bulb socket (2) from the tail light.

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Turn the bulbs (1) by applying slight pressure turning counter clockwise and remove them from the bulb socket (2).

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