Changing a rear bulb (rev3+)

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Written on: Wed Sep 03, 2008 12:39 am
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[url=https://www.imoc.co.uk/app.php/kb/viewarticle?a=127]Knowledge Base - Changing a rear bulb (rev3+)[/url]
Tools required:
Cross-headed screwdriver.
Flat knife or similar.


The replacement bulb (in this instance, a standard ‘380’ dual filament brake light).
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In case any of your old clips have become broken, here’s the part number.
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The rear before we start.
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My tool for removing the corner unit of the light.
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Cover the flat tool with paper, thick tissue or similar to help protect the plastic of the corner unit and lights. Insert the tool just behind the corner unit as shown and pry it out carefully.
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Now you will see 2 screws, remove these.
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With the rear boot lid open, remove the final screw shown.
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Carefully pull the light unit towards you. You now have access to the rear lights.
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Once the bulb is replaced, simply put everything back together in reverse order.