Tail lightbulb cluster removal? - MBWorld.org Forums

Jan 9, 2004 | 08:57 PM

ralph99

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Tail lightbulb cluster removal?

Need to replace one of my brake lite bulbs . . . the manual says to just squeeze two tabs on the bulb cluster housing and it should pop out for bulb replacement.

But jeez-o-man the cluster is really tight and doesn't want to come out. Even when applying alotta force. I'm afraid something's gonna break before it comes out. The other bulb cluster's the same way.

Is there some trick to getting the bulb cluster housing out?

tia

Jan 10, 2004 | 10:29 AM

amdeutsch

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If its still under warranty take it to the stealer.

Jan 10, 2004 | 10:40 AM

ralph99

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. . . . I'd rather crawl through broken glass

Jan 10, 2004 | 02:22 PM

bensitto

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dealer should replace any bulbs free of charge in the service lane. Also make sure you get your tail light cluster's replaced under warranty. There was a recall on the 01-03 tail light assemblies. I believe it's until 03...

Jan 10, 2004 | 05:55 PM

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What was the recall for? Does it apply to coupes?

Jan 10, 2004 | 08:57 PM

SUNILP

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I believe the recall is for the rear tail light shorting out. I have seen a few melted even and this may be the reason your's is stuck. It normally comes out fairly easy.

Jun 22, 2011 | 06:13 PM

donzi32

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How to replace tail lite bulb in 2010 c300

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