2005 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 412

Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs for rear lamps Before you start to replace a bulb for a rear lamp, do the following first: Turn the exterior lamp switch to position M ( page 124). Tail lamp unit Open trunk lid. Swing the trim panel covering the corresponding rear lights to the side. 1 Screws Loosen both screws 1. Remove the license plate lamp. Replace the tubular lamp. 1 Brake lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Backup lamp 4 Standing and side marker lamp 5 Rear fog lamp (driver's side)/tail 1 Tab Press tabs 1 together. Remove the bulb carrier. Reinstall the bulb carrier. Let tabs 1 engage. Reinstall trim panel. Reinstall the license plate lamp. Retighten the screws 1. Press gently onto the respective bulb and turn counterclockwise out of its bulb socket. Press the new bulb gently into its bulb socket and turn clockwise until it engages. License plate lamp 410