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6. Apply protective tape as shown in the

figure. Otherwise, the rear combination
lamp unit will contact the body and
may scratch or damage it.
Always apply three layers of protective
tape to the area indicated in the figure.
 

Protective tape

Rear combination 
lamp unit

Area specifically in need 
of protection

CAUTION



Do not use tape with strong adhesive
strength. Otherwise, the vehicle paint
may peel off.



Always apply three layers of
protective tape to the area indicated
in the figure. Otherwise, the body
may become scratched or damaged
when pulling out the rear
combination lamp unit.

7. Remove the screw and nut.

8. To remove the rear combination lamp

unit, insert your finger from inside the
trunk and into the hole from which the
grommet was removed in Step 5, and
while holding the lamp lens (round
part) of the rear combination lamp with
your hand, press the rear combination
lamp unit until the hook detaches from
the clip.
 

Rear combination lamp unit

Hook

Grommet installation 
hole

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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