2006 Mercedes SLK-Class Owner's Manual - Page 406

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 110). Open the trunk lid ( page 98). Tail lamp unit Fold corresponding trim to side. Turn the respective bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. Press gently onto the bulb and turn counterclockwise out of its bulb socket. Press the new bulb gently into its bulb socket and turn clockwise. Reinstall the bulb socket and turn clockwise until it engages. Reinstall trim. 1 Screw Loosen both screws 1. Remove the license plate lamp. Replace the bulb. Reinstall the license plate lamp. Retighten screws 1. 1 Bulb socket for rear fog lamp (driver's side only) 2 Bulb socket for turn signal lamp 3 Bulb socket for backup lamp License plate lamp 405