63 99 002 Replacing halogen bulb for high-beam headlight on 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) .

Up To 10/2003:

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Turn bulb holder (2) approx. 45° in direction of arrow and remove.

Remove bulb.

Fig 1: Removing Bulb Holder

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From 10/2003:

Press catch (1).

Fold back cover (2) and remove.

Installation:

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

Fig 2: Folding Back Cover

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Press locking clip (2) and expand.

Remove bulb (3).

Fig 3: Pressing Locking Clip

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All:

Installation:

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