Replace both rear lights on the side panel

Replacing the rear light at the side panel 

• Position the rear light (1).

  Part:  Rear light

• Use the spacer bushes (2) to adjust the fit (arrows) of the rear light (1) in relation to the side panel and to the bumper.

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• Tighten the nuts (1) on the rear light.
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Rear light to side panel
  Nut M6 Replace nuts.	Tightening torque	2.6 Nm

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• Connect connector
• Tighten nut (2).
  TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
  
  

  Rear light to side panel
  Nut M6 Replace nuts.	Tightening torque	2.6 Nm

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• Check the clips (1) and guides (2) on the water drain (3) for damage and replace as needed.

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• Clip in the water drain

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• Remove the adhesive tape in area (1).

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Follow-up Work 

• Install left luggage compartment wheel arch TRIM PANEL .
• Install loading EDGE TRIM .
• Install the luggage compartment floor TRIM PANEL .