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Safety First Operating Instructions Practical Tips Technical Specifications
Removing the tail light
To change the bulbs you must remove the tail light assembly.
Removing the light requires a certain degree of practical skill.
A special retaining screw is used to secure and guide the tail light.
– Check which of the bulbs is defective.
–Open the tailgate.
– Take the screwdriver out of the vehicle's tool kit ⇒ page 254.
– Use the flat-blade side of the reversible screwdriver insert.
– Prise off the cover with a screwdriver in the slot ⇒ fig. 224
and remove the cover (with the retaining clips) from the opening.
– Carefully loosen the screw located behind the cover with the
screwdriver, turning it anti-clockwise (arrows) .
– Gradually ease the tail light out of the housing (⇒ fig. 225 posi-
tions and ) by pulling alternately in positions and .
– Remove the bulb holder ⇒ page 282.
Caution
When removing or installing the tail light, take care not to cause any damage.
• Removing the tail light in particular can lead to the paintwork or tail light
becoming damaged. This is another reason why we recommend having the
bulbs changed by a qualified workshop.
Note
Make sure you have a soft cloth ready to place under the glass on the tail
light, to avoid any scratches.
Fig. 224 Luggage
compartment: Location of
the bolt securing the tail
light unit
Fig. 225 Removing tail
light from side panel
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