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Old 07-15-2024, 07:12 PM
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Replacing rideside rear brake light

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Some lovely individual broke the lens on the rightside brake light. I’ve picked up a replacement from eBay. The issue is I can’t easily replace it. I’ve tried to remove the trim but can’t see how to remove it all so I can access the 3 bolts.
is the a guide or can anybody advise how to gain access?


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Hi Guys
To give you an idea of my troubles.
I can get the trim partially pulled back but can't see how I can get a the 3rd nut as it's completely hidden. Any help or advice would be great.







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that looks like the nuts come off then the unit slide to the right to allow it to come off to the outside of the car? Maybe a plastic retainer or locator that allows that?
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Yes, you would think that would be the case but as you can see from this photo (if I could upload it), there is a 3rd bolt. And I can't, for the life of me, figure out how to get at it.
Here's a link to an ebay ad that has a photo of the 3rd bolt.

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Try messaging konigstiger he used to have access to all the WIS. He will need your vin and model info.

If not try Calibenzdriver or Prihadi....

Try looking at the wiring bundle behind that blue plug...is that maybe the 3rd bolt? Try moving the bundle to see..

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That metal panel above and to the left of the 2 bolts : does it maybe bolt on?

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