Sequence of works
Rear light unit in the body
1. Open the trunk or rear door (station wagon).
2. Open the side cover of the lamp in the trim. On the T-model, remove the spare wheel (on the left) or the first aid kit together with the covers.
3. From the inside, unscrew three nuts around the perimeter of the lamp.
(Publication taken from an online resource: «MercedesMan»)
4. Carefully remove the light from the outside of the opening in the body together with the seal and disconnect the contact connector.
Fig. 9.26. Before installing the rear light, clean the mounting place on the body and replace the worn seal with a new one (arrows)
5. Before installation, clean the seat on the body and, if the seal is worn, replace it with a new one (Fig. 9.26).
Rear light unit in trunk lid/rear door
1. Open the trunk or rear door (station wagon).
2. Remove the rear light plugs in the trunk or door trim.
3. Remove the fasteners around the perimeter and disconnect the contact connector.
4. Carefully remove the light from the outside of the trunk lid or tailgate.