LICENSE PLATE LIGHT ASSEMBLY(for Wagon) REMOVAL
CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.
The procedure described below is for the LH side.
The license plate light bulb can be replaced by removing only the license plate light lens. It is not necessary to remove the license plate light assembly.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE BACK DOOR UPPER TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVE BACK DOOR SIDE GARNISH LH
REMOVE BACK DOOR SIDE GARNISH RH
Tip:Use the same procedure as for the LH side.
REMOVE DOOR PULL HANDLE
REMOVE BACK DOOR TRIM PANEL ASSEMBLY
REMOVE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT ASSEMBLY
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Disconnect the connector.
Disengage the 2 claws to remove the license plate light assembly.
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REMOVE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT PACKING
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Remove the license plate light packing.
Note:Do not reuse the removed license plate light packing. Be sure to install a new license plate light packing to prevent water ingress.
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REMOVE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT LENS
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Insert into the hole

Protective Tape
Insert a screwdriver wrapped with protective tape into the license plate light lens hole, tilt it as shown in the illustration and disengage the 2 claws to remove the license plate light lens.
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REMOVE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT BULB
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Remove the license plate light bulb.
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