Removing Tail Light

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Fig 1: Identifying Tail Light

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Release the electric connector on the tail light -A- and pull it off.
Unscrew the three fastening nuts -1- for the tail light.
Remove the tail light.

Fig 2: Unscrewing Tail Light Fastening Nuts

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Information

If the tail light is only removed and installed again, the seal for the tail light can be re-used.

If the seal for the tail light is damaged, this seal must be replaced.

If the seal is removed from the light, this seal must be replaced.

If necessary: Pull off the seal and carefully clean the sealing face with a knife.