Tail light DIY
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Tail light DIY
Hi picking up a set of clear tails for my 2013 w212 e550 tomorrow and was wondering if any one had a DIY on the replacement???? Can prob figure it out but would really like some help....
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That's great 
Well, I didn't install these myself but my MB service assistant said removing these rear lights were easier than that of W211s
For right tail light , you need to remove first aid kit's cover to gain access the wiring . However, be careful I had a hard time wrapping the strip back that holds the kit after the installation was complete lol
Good thing for the trunk lid lamps , you don't need to drop all the trunk liner to get to the wiring , I remember they just removed two or 3 clips that hold the light assembly
Well, I didn't install these myself but my MB service assistant said removing these rear lights were easier than that of W211s
For right tail light , you need to remove first aid kit's cover to gain access the wiring . However, be careful I had a hard time wrapping the strip back that holds the kit after the installation was complete lol
Good thing for the trunk lid lamps , you don't need to drop all the trunk liner to get to the wiring , I remember they just removed two or 3 clips that hold the light assembly
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2021 Tesla M3SR+, 2017 GLS550, 2011 E350 Bluetec, 2007 GL450 (GONE), 2003 E500 (GONE)
You will be using 8mm wrench and 8mm socket. That's the only tool used to remove the tail light. Very easy to do.
