R, within the fuse compartment(s) should be a fuse map showing the position of each fuse
and what they appliance they control. If the fuse is verified (not just looking at it) as
functional, then check for voltage when the light switch is turned on. If no voltage, then
I suspect something more annoying has occurred. I wonder if this is why the bulb was
removed as it is unusual to find an empty socket.

If you're unsure where your fuse compartments are (you should have two of them) go
to MBUSA and download your manual. They're prob in engine compartment as well as
at the left END of the instrument panel (open driver's door to view)

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-- raymond~
47º 34'N 122º 18'W