Control Modules for High Intensity Gas Discharge Lamps -J343-/-J344-, removing and installing: Removing

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Remove both bolts -1- at air intake channel and then pull up at rear part of intake channel -2- (only for right headlight).

Fig 1: Removing Bolts & Pulling Up Rear Part Of Intake Channel

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Remove housing cover from headlight housing.
Disconnect connector -1- at HID headlight by turning counterclockwise.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Connector At HID Headlight

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Remove guide -1- in housing cover by pressing locking lugs (arrow).

Fig 3: Removing Guide In Housing Cover By Pressing Locking Lugs

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Harness connector of HID headlights can then be guided through the cover.
Disconnect connector -1-.
Remove retaining plate -2- by loosening screw (arrow).

Fig 4: Disconnecting Connector & Removing Retaining Plate By Loosening Screw

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Remove control module from headlight housing.