Headlamp securing lugs, servicing

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NOTE:

If headlight securing lugs break due to application of excessive force, it may still be possible to service headlight in a cost effective manner (though headlight housing must not be damaged).
Different repair sets are available for left and right headlight.

Procedure

Remove headlamp with broken retaining tab → Headlamps, removing and installing .

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Headlamp Components

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Remove remains of broken lug - 3 - and - 4 - on headlamp housing.
Attach lug - 2 - from repair kit to edge of headlight housing and secure it with two screws - 1 -.

Tightening torque

Component	Nm
Headlamp to lock carrier	6