Removing number plate light

CAUTION: Risk of short circuit!

→ Before removing the number plate light, take out the ignition key and switch the light switch off.

NOTE:

Before removing the number plate lights, take out the ignition key and switch the light switch off. The plug connection must point towards the inside of the vehicle.
The removal and installation of number plate lights in vehicles with an externally located spare wheel mount is described in the section on disassembling and assembling the rear apron. Refer to 63 55 37 Disassembling and assembling rear spoiler - as of MY 2003 (All Models) .

Fig 1: Removing number plate light

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1. Remove number plate light:

1.1. Loosen the two sheetmetal screws and remove the number plate light together with the sheetmetal screws.

1.2. Actuate the connector and disconnect.

Fig 2: Removing bulb for number plate light

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2. Removing bulb for number plate light:

2.1. Press the mount for the bulb apart and remove the bulb -direction of arrow- from the holder. See Fig 2.