2003 Mercedes S-Class Owner's Manual - Page 336

Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Tail lamp assemblies Switch off the lights. Open trunk. Turn the catch, and move the trim to the side. Turn bulb socket counterclockwise and pull out. Gently twist bulb counterclockwise and pull out of bulb holder. Insert new bulb into the holder and turn it clockwise. Reinstall bulb socket. 1 Turn signal lamp (white socket) 2 Tail, parking, standing, and side marker lamp (red socket) 3 Tail lamp, rear fog lamp (red socket) 4 Backup lamp (black socket) The bulb socket should audibly click. Replace trim and secure with lock. 1 Screws Switch off the lights. Loosen both screws 1 and remove lamp. Replace the tubular lamp and reinstall it. Retighten the screws. License plate lamp 336