284 If and when
Removing the tail light
To change the bulbs you must remove the tail light assem-
bly. Removing the light requires a certain degree of practical
skill.
Fig. 223 Luggage com-
partment: Location of the
bolt securing the tail
light unit
Fig. 224 Removing tail
light from side panel
A special retaining screw is used to secure and guide the tail light.
–Check which of the bulbs is defective.
–Open the rear lid.
–Prise off the cover with a screwdriver in the slot ⇒ Fig. 223 1
and remove the cover (with all the retaining clips) from the
opening.
–Carefully loosen the screw located behind the cover with a
screwdriver, turning it anticlockwise (arrows) 2.
–Gradually ease the tail light out of the housing (⇒ Fig. 224 posi-
tions 3 and 4) by pulling alternately in positions 1 and 2.
–Remove the bulb holder ⇒ page 285.
CAUTION
When removing or installing the tail light, take care not to cause any dam-
age.
●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 specialised workshop.
Note
Make sure you have a soft cloth ready to place under the glass on the tail
light, to avoid any scratches.
