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63 12 010 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Headlight (Xenon Headlight)

WARNING:

Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Unclip strip (1) in direction of arrow.

Release screws (2) underneath.

Fig 1: Identifying Strip And Screw
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Turn cap (1) approx. 30° counterclockwise and remove from headlight (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Cap And Headlight
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Slacken screws (1)

Unfasten screws (2).

Installation: 

Fig 3: Identifying Screws
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Pull bumper panel (1) forwards slightly and feed out headlight (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation: 

Make sure headlight (2) is correctly seated in lower holder.

Unlock and disconnect associated plug connections (3).

Remove headlight (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Bumper Panel And Headlight
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Replacement: 

Fig 5: Identifying Headlight Holder
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Installation: 

Retaining lugs (1) on headlight holder (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure headlight holder (2) is correctly engaged on headlight.

Fig 6: Identifying Headlight Holder And Lugs
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