63 99 ... Replacing Bulb For Rear Make-Up Mirror

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove make-up mirror . See 51 44 180 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING REAR CONSOLE INSERT / MAKE-UP MIRROR IN REAR COMPARTMENT .

WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (interior lights) . See 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING LIGHT BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Lever retainer (1) out of cover (3).

Unclip holders (2) from housing section (4).

Carefully remove cover (3) towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Retainer, Holders, Cover And Housing Section

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Lever out bulb (2) underneath.

IMPORTANT: Make sure ejector (1) is correctly seated.

Installation:

Note bulb type.

Fig 2: Identifying Ejector And Bulb

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