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.

Left headlamp

Fig 1: Removing Cover In Engine Compartment (Left Side)

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Remove left engine cover - 1 -.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Electrical Connections From Retainer And Removing Retainer

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Disconnect electrical connections - 1 - and - 2 - from retainer.
Unclip retainer for connectors and pull off upwards - arrow -.

Right headlamp - vehicles with 1.8L 4-cylinder Turbo engine:

Preparation.

Right headlamp - vehicles with 3.0L 6-cylinder engine:

Preparation.

Fig 3: Releasing Retaining Clip And Detaching Housing Cover

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Both sides, continued:

Release retaining clip - arrow - and detach housing cover for high beam headlamp bulb from headlamp housing.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Electrical Connection, Releasing Retaining Clip, And Removing Bulb

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Disconnect electrical connection - 3 - at high beam headlamp bulb.
Release retaining clip - 2 - and remove bulb - 1 - from housing.

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.

Secure bulb with retaining clip.
Secure housing cover with retaining clip.