2009 Mercedes R-Class Owner's Manual - Page 364

Practical hints Replacing bulbs Replacing bulbs X Gently press the new bulb into its bulb socket and turn it clockwise until it engages. Align the bulb socket and turn it clockwise. Make sure the bulb socket is attached properly. Close the respective cover in the cargo compartment. Close the tailgate. X X X X X Loosen screws 1 of lamp cover to be removed. Remove lamp cover 2. Replace the bulb. Reinstall lamp cover 2. Retighten screws 1. X X X X Example illustration rear lamp passenger side 1 Tail lamp, side marker lamp, brake lamp, License plate lamps parking and standing lamp bulb socket 2 Rear turn signal lamp bulb socket 3 Rear fog lamp bulb socket (driver's side only) 4 Backup lamp bulb socket X Depending on which bulb needs to be replaced, turn the respective bulb socket counterclockwise. Pull the bulb socket out of the housing. Gently press onto the bulb and turn it counterclockwise out of its bulb socket. 1 Screws 2 Lamp cover X X 362