86 10 ... Replacing Position Light

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Unclip cover (1) on side recess (arrow).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover

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Pull flat connector (1) from flat contact.

Fig 2: Identifying Flat Connector

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Pull out cable (1) completely.

CAUTION:

Before drilling out rivet heads, drive in rivet pins with a punch.

Drill out rivet heads (2) and remove position light housing from front.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable & Rivet Heads

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