Please carry out each step only in the order specified:
3.
Using the flat blade of the screwdriver in the vehicle tool kit carefully pry the cover out of
the slot ⇒ꢀfig. 221 A (1) (arrow).
4.
5.
Pull the red locking tab B (4) in the direction of the arrow to unlock connector plug B (2).
Push catch B (5) to release connector plug. Then pull out connector plug B (2).
Remove the cover from the side of the taillight, sliding it in the direction of the arrow B.
Check the original mounting position of the taillight before removing it.
6.
Unscrew the fastening screws B (3) with screwdriver and carefully remove the taillight
assembly from the luggage compartment lid. Pull it to the side and away from the vehicle
body and place it on a clean, smooth surface.
7.
8.
Unlock the bulb socket assembly by pressing the locking tabs in direction of the arrow
⇒ꢀfig. 222 A and remove the bulb socket assembly from the taillight assembly.
9.
Replace the burned out light bulb with a new bulb of the same type B.
Reinsert the bulb socket assembly in the taillight assembly. The locking tabs must latch
with an audible “click.”
10.
Carefully reinsert the taillight assembly into the opening in the luggage compartment lid.
Hold the rear light assembly with one hand in the installation position, and with the other
11.
12.
hand tighten the fastening screws ⇒ꢀfig. 221 B (3).
Plug connector plug B (2) into the bulb socket and push red locking tab B (4) in the
direction opposite to the arrow.
13.
14.
Check the taillight assembly for proper installation and secure fit.
Attach the cover. The cover must latch tightly and securely into place.
15.
Close the luggage compartment lid ⇒ꢀpage 57.
Different models may have different taillights, and the light bulb may be in a different location
than shown in the illustrations.
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