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86 21 ... Removing Plug For Inside Light

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NOTE: Two different types of plugs are used for the inside light. Both types function in the same way, only their designs are different.

Type 1:

Release screw (1) and separate housing plug (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Housing Plug & Screw
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Release screws (1) and disconnect cables (2) from screw clamp.

Fig 2: Identifying Cables & Screw
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Type 2:

Release screw (1) and separate housing plug (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Housing Plug & Screw
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Remove contact parts (1+2).

Installation: 

When installing, make sure contact parts (1+2) are in correct installation position.

Fig 4: Identifying Contact Parts
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