63 21... Removing and installing/replacing charging socket light unit

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT SIDE PANEL

Removal:

Unlock the connector (1) on the charging socket light unit and disconnect it.

Carefully unclip charging socket light unit (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Charging Socket Light Unit

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Installation:

Retaining lugs (1) on charging socket light unit (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Lugs On Charging Socket Light Unit

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Carefully clip in charging socket light unit (2) in direction of arrow.

Connect connector (1) to charging socket light unit (2).

Fig 3: Installing Charging Socket Light Unit

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Required reworking:

Install FRONT LEFT SIDE PANEL