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Interior/Exterior R58 taillights, Trick to get them out?

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Old Aug 13, 2013 | 04:42 PM
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R58 taillights, Trick to get them out?

Ok, got the trim rings off, check
removed 3 screws, check!
trying to get lights out...wont come out, they are loose but feels like something is holding them, it looks like a plastic retainer on the inside? anyone know? weird!

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Old Aug 13, 2013 | 07:14 PM
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The bulb socket assembly is getting caught on the body. Reach your hand in and push it up at the bottom and the light will come out.
 
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Old Aug 13, 2013 | 07:30 PM
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i got it Way but thanks, that's a dumb way they do it!
 
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