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– Press the connector in the direction of the arrow
⇒page 281, fig. 267 until the bulb engages.
– Check that the bulb is securely seated in the bulb
housing.
– Fit the cover and swivel the retaining clip downwards.
– Install the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.
– Have the headlight settings checked.Applies to vehicles: with xenon headlight bulbsChanging bulb for turn signalsThe bulb is secured in the bulb carrier with a bayonet
fastener.
– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Take off the rubber cap (small cover) and remove the bulb
carrier.
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
– Do not touch the glass part of the new bulb with your
bare hands, use a cloth or paper towel instead.
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb carrier, and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
– If necessary, use a cloth to remove any fingerprints from
the glass part of the bulb.
– Insert the bulb carrier into the headlight.Note
Ensure that the rubber cap is seated correctly so that no water can
enter the unit.Applies to vehicles: with halogen dipped headlightsChanging bulb for side lightsRemoving bulb for side lights
– Remove the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Swivel the retaining clip of the cover upwards.
– Take off the cover ⇒page 280, fig. 264 ⇒page 280 ⇒
in “Changing bulbs” on page 276.
– Grasp the bulb holder by the handle ⇒fig. 268 and pull it
out.
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
Installing bulb for side lights
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb holder and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
Fig. 268 Bulb holder
for side lights is high-
lighted
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– Use a clean cloth to remove any fingerprints from the
glass part of the bulb.
– Insert the bulb carrier into the headlight.
– Fit the cover and swivel the retaining clip downwards.
– Install the headlight ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.Changing bulb for front fog lightsPreparations
The description for changing the bulb refers to the left fog
light; in principle the same procedure applies to the right
fog light.
– Switch off the ignition and the lights.
– Detach the trim cover ⇒fig. 269 (pull it carefully in the
direction of the arrow).
– Remove the two securing screws ⇒fig. 270 and pull the
fog light unit out of the bumper.
– Unplug the electrical connector.
CautionThe trim cover is secured to the bumper by several retaining hooks.
Do not use force when removing the trim cover to avoid damaging
it.Changing bulb– Turn the bulb holder anti-clockwise ⇒page 278 and take
it out of the fog light housing.
Fig. 269 Trim cover for
fog lightFig. 270 Screws
securing fog light
Fig. 271 Front fog
light: Bulb holder is
highlighted
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– Turn the screwdriver anti-clockwise to loosen the screw
and then carefully remove the screw.
– Gradually ease the light housing out of the rubber
mountings (positions ⇒page 284, fig. 274 and ) by
pulling alternately in direction of arrows and . If
necessary use the tool for changing bulbs from your
vehicle's toolkit to carefully apply some pressure
between positions and ⇒.
– Unplug the electrical connector.
– Change the defective bulb ⇒page 285.
CautionWhen removing or installing the rear light, take care not to cause
any damage.•
Removing the rear light in particular can lead to the paintwork or
rear light becoming damaged. This is another reason why we
recommend having the bulbs changed by a qualified workshop.
•
NEVER use metal tools (e.g. a screwdriver) or sharp or pointed
plastic tools to lever out the rear light - risk of damaging the paint.Note
Make sure you have a soft cloth ready to place under the glass on
the rear light, to avoid any scratches.
Changing bulbs
All bulbs can be changed easily after removing the rear
light.The bulbs are secured with a bayonet fastener. The table
below gives an overview of the bulb positions.
– Remove the relevant bulb holder ⇒page 278.
–Change the bulb ⇒page 277.
– Install the bulb holder ⇒page 278.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.
– Re-install the rear light ⇒page 286.Position of bulbs
A3
A4
A1
A2
A3
A4
Position: ⇒fig. 275
Bulb function
A
Turn signals
B
Tail light and brake light
Fig. 275 Position of
bulbs in rear light.
Example: outer left rear
light
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The rear light is easy to re-install.To re-install the rear light, follow the steps for removal in
reverse sequence.
– Plug in the electrical connector. Make sure you hear it
click into place.
– Insert the rear light into the rear light carrier ⇒fig. 276.
– Press the rear light into the two rubber mountings as far
as it will go. The rear light must be flush with the body
contour.
– Use the screw to secure the rear light from the luggage
compartment.
– Make sure that all bulbs for the rear lights are working.
CautionTake care when installing the rear light to make sure there is no
damage to the paintwork or any of its components.
Changing bulbs in boot lidRear lights in boot lid•
Rear fog light
•
Reversing light
Before you begin working, please make yourself familiar with the
different bulb versions ⇒page 276.
Removing bulb carrier
Fig. 276 Installing rear
light
Fig. 277 Rear lights in
boot lidFig. 278 Boot lid:
Opening the cover in
the boot lid
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The description for changing the bulb refers to the left rear
light unit; in principle the same procedure applies to the
right rear light unit.
– Check which of the bulbs is defective.
– Open the boot lid.
– Take the screwdriver out of the vehicle tool kit.
– Using the flat-blade side of the reversible screwdriver
insert, carefully detach the cover cap ⇒page 286,
fig. 278 -arrows-.
– Using the screwdriver, unscrew the nut ⇒fig. 279 in
the anti-clockwise direction and remove the nut and the
retaining clip .
– Release the retaining tab and remove the bulb holder
from the light unit.
– Change the bulb ⇒page 287.
Changing bulbs
All bulbs can be changed easily on the bulb carrier.The bulbs are secured with a bayonet fastener. The table
below gives an overview of the bulb positions.
– Lightly press the defective bulb into the bulb carrier, then
turn it anti-clockwise and remove it.
– Fit the new bulb, pressing it into the bulb holder and turn
it clockwise as far as it will go.
– Use a cloth to remove any fingerprints from the glass
part of the bulb.
– Check whether the new bulb is working.
– Re-install the bulb carrier ⇒page 288.Position of bulbs
Fig. 279 Boot lid:
Removing bulb carrier
AA
AB
AC
Pos. ⇒fig. 280
Bulb function
A
Reversing light
B
Tail light and rear fog light
Fig. 280 Bulb carrier
for boot lid: Position of
the bulbs
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