High Beam Headlamp M30 / M32 - bulb, replacing

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Removing

Turn light switch to position "0".

CAUTION:

Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.

Fig 1: Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Regulator Valve N80 And Air Duct

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Remove screws - arrows -.
Remove Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Canister Purge Regulator Valve 1 N80 - 1 - at air duct.
Remove air duct - 2 -.

Fig 2: Releasing Retaining Clip And Detaching Housing Cover

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Release retaining clip - arrow - and detach housing cover for high beam/parking lamps from headlamp housing.

Fig 3: Identifying Bulb, Spring Clips, And Electrical Connection

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Remove bulb - 1 - from spring clips - arrows -.
Disconnect electrical connection - 2 - at high beam headlamp bulb.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal, noting the following:

CAUTION:

Do not touch glass portion of bulb with bare hands. Even the smallest amount of moisture and/or contaminants from fingers that evaporates on the bulb during operation can cause the glass to cloud over.
When installing housing cover, ensure proper seating. Water intrusion will damage headlamp.

Insert bulb into housing.
Position bulb at lower spring clip.
Push bulb beyond resistance of upper spring clips into housing.
Plug in connector and close housing cover.

Secure housing cover with retaining clip.