Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Socket In Rear Storage Compartment

2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Removing and Installing/Replacing Power Socket In Rear Storage Compartment



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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear insert (in storage compartment)





Carefully lever bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow off power socket (2).
Press power socket (2) out of trim (3).
RENDER: 1.0x

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