Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Rear Light

63 21 180 - Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear light





Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove luggage compartment trim on left side panel





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Release nuts (2) and remove rear light (3) towards outside.





Installation Note:
Observe tightening sequence for 4 retaining nuts.
Tightening torque 63 21 1AZ [1][2]Mechanical Specifications.

Note:
Gap dimension to body side panel is established by means of retaining nut (4).
Avoid twisting rear light when screwing down.





Installation Note:
Make sure rear light seal (1) is correctly seated, replace if necessary.
Buffer stop (3) of rear light (2) must be fitted.





Replacement:
- If necessary, replace socket housing for rear light Replacing a Socket Housing for Left or Right Rear Light