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Old 01 December 2007, 04:55 PM
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Hi guys.

After many months searching I have got hold of some STI rear lights for my Wagon.

Trouble is I can't seem to get the old ones out (only actually tried the drivers side so far).

I've taken the boot to pieces to get at the 4 nuts. Are they the only things securing the clusters to the car? They won't budge!

Any suggestions??

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Old 01 December 2007, 05:06 PM
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there is 5 nuts..

have a look at the new ones your putting in..

in the early wagons you need to take plastic off around boot to get at it
Old 01 December 2007, 05:53 PM
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Taken all the plastic off.

I'm sure there are only 4 nuts, which matches with the lights I've got to put on.

Hmmmm ...
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They are also seated om a non-setting mastic, which sticks like sh*t to a blanket

You need to pull and push really hard to get them off, then you'll need some new sealant to bed the new lights in.

The correct stuff is as I said, non-setting, and can be had from caravan dealers under the brand name Carafax.

DON'T be tempted to use silicone, or you REALLY won't get 'em out again...................

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