86 10 ... Replacing Position Light

2013 Mini Cooper Countryman, Standard TransSECTION 86 10 ... Replacing Position Light
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Unclip cover (1) on side recess (arrow).

Fig 1: Uncliping Cover On Side Recess
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Pull flat connector (1) from flat contact.

Fig 2: Identifying Flat Connector
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Pull out cable (1) completely.

CAUTION: Before drilling out rivet heads, drive in rivet pins with a punch.
Drill out rivet heads (2) and remove position light housing from front.
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