Low Beam Headlamp M29 / M31 - 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:

Remove headlamp → Headlamps, removing and installing .

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

Preparation.

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

Preparation.

Both sides, continued

Fig 1: Releasing Retaining Clip And Detaching Housing Cover For Low Beam From Headlamp Housing

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

Fig 2: Identifying Electrical Connection, Retaining Clip, And Bulb

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Disconnect electrical connection - 2 - at low beam bulb.
Disengage retaining clip - 1 - and remove bulb - 3 - 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.

Insert bulb and secure with retaining clip.
Secure housing cover with retaining clip.