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63 99 071 Replacing halogen-light bulb for left or right headlight

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)  .

Up to 10/2003: 

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Removing Bulb
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Turn bulb holder (2) approx. 45° in direction of arrow and remove.

Remove bulb.

From 10/2003: 

Turn cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight (2).

Fig 2: Removing Cover
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Installation: 

Make sure seal of cover (1) is correctly seated.

Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and remove towards rear from carrier (2).

Fig 3: Detaching Bulb From Bulb Holder
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Detach bulb from bulb holder (1).

All: 

Installation: 

Note type of bulb. Refer to 63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E53 .