Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Rear Light (In Side Panel)

63 21 180 - Removing and installing/replacing left or right rear light (in side panel)





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 flap in luggage compartment panel Flap In Luggage Compartment Trim, Left or Right
- Remove warning triangle





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque 63 21 1AZ [1][2][3][4]Mechanical Specifications.
Remove rear light (3) in outwards direction from side panel.

Installation Note:
Make sure gap is uniform all round between rear light (3) and side panel.





Installation Note:
Make sure seal (1) is correctly seated on rear light (2).
Make sure guide (3) is correctly seated on side panel.





Replacement:
If necessary, remove bulbs Instructions for Handling Light Bulbs (Exterior Lights).