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OVERVIEWREPAIRS OPERATION CONTROLSDATAINDEX
LAMPS AND BULBS
Tail lamps
Rear lamp (3): 21/5 Watt bulb
Other bulbs: 21 Watts
1 Rear fog lamp (not active) red
2 Turn signal indicator yellow
3 Rear lamp red
4 Rear lamp/brake lamp red
To make this clear, the illustration shows a
dismantled tail lamp with the bulb holder
removed. All of the bulbs are integrated in
the bulb holder.
To reach the bulb holder, remove the cover
of the side trim panel in the luggage
compartment.
Replacing bulbs
1. Unplug the power supply
2. Release the bulb holder, see arrow, and
remove
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb
5. Plug in the power supply receptacle
6. Press the bulb holder into position until
you hear it engage.
Backup lamp
Access to the lamp via the rear or underside
of the bumper.
1. Press the clips together
2. Push the lamp out of the bumper
3. Apply gentle pressure to the bulb while
turning it to the left
4. Remove and replace the bulb.
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