Removing and Installing/Replacing Left or Right Tail Light (on Rear Lid)

63 21 183 Removing And Refitting/Replacing Left Or Right Rear Light As Fitted From 03/2010 (On Tailgate)

Special tools required:







IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection).







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove luggage compartment light







Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Slacken nut (2) until clamping claw (3) can be routed past tailgate (4).
Tightening torque 63 21 3AZ.

Installation note:
Make sure clamping claw (3) is correctly seated on tailgate (4).







IMPORTANT:
Risk of damage.
Tape off tailgate with suitable protective film (1).

Lever out rear light (2) with special tool 00 9 318 in direction of arrow.

Installation note:
Make sure gap is uniform all round between rear light (2) and tailgate.







Installation note:
Position tabs (1) of rear light exactly over side edge of tailgate.
Make sure sealing frame (2) is correctly seated.
If necessary, replace sealing frame (2).







Replacement:
If necessary, remove bulbs.