Mercedes-Benz 2009 R-Class, Operator'S Manual

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Replacing bulbs
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Replacing bulbs
Example illustration rear lamp passenger side
1
Tail lamp, side marker lamp, brake lamp,
parking and standing lamp bulb socket
2
Rear turn signal lamp bulb socket
3
Rear fog lamp bulb socket (driver’s side
only)
4
Backup lamp bulb socket
X
Depending on which bulb needs to be
replaced, turn the respective bulb socket
counterclockwise.
X
Pull the bulb socket out of the housing.
X
Gently press onto the bulb and turn it
counterclockwise out of its bulb socket.
X
Gently press the new bulb into its bulb
socket and turn it clockwise until it
engages.
X
Align the bulb socket and turn it clockwise.
X Make sure the bulb socket is attached
properly.
X
Close the respective cover in the cargo
compartment.
X
Close the tailgate.
License plate lamps
1
Screws
2
Lamp cover
X
Loosen screws
1
of lamp cover to be
removed.
X
Remove lamp cover
2
.
X
Replace the bulb.
X
Reinstall lamp cover
2
.
X
Retighten screws
1
.
Practical hints