63 99 140 Replacing bulb for side marker lamp, front left

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

Eur Only Up To 10/2003:

If necessary, disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn bulb holder (2) through approx. 90° in direction of arrow and remove.

Pull bulb for side marker lamp out of bulb holder (2).

Fig 1: Removing Bulb For Side Marker Lamp

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N62 Only:

Release screws (1).

NOTE: Make sure cover caps (3) and (4) are firmly seated.

Lay equipment carrier (2) to one side.

Fig 2: Identifying Equipment Carrier Retaining Screws

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All From 10/2003:

Press catch (1).

Fold back cover (2) and remove.

Installation:

Make sure seal of cover (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Side Marker Lamp Cover

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn bulb for side marker lamp (2) in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 4: View Of Bulb For Side Marker Lamp

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Installation:

Make sure sealing ring is correctly seated.

All:

Installation:

Note type of bulb. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA - X5 (4.4I) N62 .