86 10 ... Replacing License Plate Light

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Release screws (1) and remove license plate light (2) from mounting.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws & License Plate

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Disconnect flat connector (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Identifying Flat Connector

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