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63 12 896 Replacing Drive Unit For Right Adaptive Headlight (From 03/2007)

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WARNING:

Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore, before removing, disconnect all components from the power supply (lighting system and ignition off).

Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection)  . Refer to 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) (Coupe) and/or 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) (Convertible).

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Undo screws (1) of control unit adapter (2). Tightening torque, see 63 12 6AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Pull control unit adapter (2) downward from headlight (3) to remove.

Installation: 

Make sure control unit adapter (2) is correctly seated on headlight (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit Adapter & Screws
G05780115Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2). Tightening torque, see 63 12 8AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Installation: 

Replace damaged seal.

Ensure seal (3) is seated correctly.

Fig 2: Identifying Seal & Screws
G05780116Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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