2006 Mercedes CLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 444

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 127). Tail lamp unit Open trunk lid. Swing the trim panel covering the corresponding rear lights to the side. Pull tab 2 in the direction of the arrow. Remove the bulb carrier. 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. Reinstall the bulb carrier. Let tab 2 engage. Connect the electrical connector 1 until it engage. Reinstall trim panel. License plate lamp 1 Screws 1 Brake lamp 2 Turn signal lamp 3 Backup lamp 4 Standing and side marker lamp 5 Rear fog lamp (driver's side)/tail Loosen both screws 1. Remove the license plate lamp. Replace the tubular lamp. Reinstall the license plate lamp. Retighten the screws 1. 1 Connector 2 Tab Disconnect electrical connector 1. 443