High Intensity Gas Discharge Lamp Control Modules -J343- and -J344- from approx. 04.00, removing and installing

CAUTION:

Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:

Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
Disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal.

When reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as specified in this article. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

WARNING:

HIGH VOLTAGE!
Always disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal prior to servicing any parts of the HID lamp system marked with the yellow "HIGH VOLTAGE!"symbol.
After disconnecting battery, briefly turn headlights on and off in order discharge any residual voltage.

Removing

Left headlight:

Remove battery. Refer to Battery, removing and installing .

Right headlight:

Disconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Fig 1: Removing Screw And Coolant Expansion Tank Cover

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Remove screw -1- and remove cover over expansion tank -arrow-.

Fig 2: Charcoal Filter And Nut

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Remove nut -1- at activated charcoal filter -2-.
Unclip breather pipes from retainers.
Lay aside activated charcoal filter with connected pipes.

Both sides (continued):

Fig 3: Headlight Module And Screws

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Remove screws -arrows-.
Remove module from headlight.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

Check gasket between igniter for HID lamp and headlight housing.
Reinstall battery if necessary.
Reconnect battery. Refer to Battery, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Tightening torques

Component	Nm
Control module to headlight	1.2
Activated charcoal filter to body	10