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Old 11-14-2006, 12:54 PM
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How do I change brake lights

The "check brake lights" message is showing so I need to change brake lights but can't figure out how to get to bulbs so i can change them. Any ideas on how to get at brake lights.
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Old 11-14-2006, 01:07 PM
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Access is granted once removal of the covers on either side of the trunk is complete.

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Old 11-14-2006, 01:21 PM
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Be careful the way those lights twist lock is a little tricky.
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Be careful the way those lights twist lock is a little tricky.
No kidding, if you don't have it tightened 100%, you risk having the bulb fall out the socket and down into the bottom of the tail light. don't ask how I know
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I am doing the same thing you are. I was asking the same questions in a previous thread. I have been able to get access to the bulb housing but not able to get the bulb out yet...

http://www.xoutpost.com/x5-e53-forum/...t=brake+lights
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