63 12 860 Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight

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WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore disconnect all components from voltage supply before removal.
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LEFT HEADLIGHT .

Build date up to 03/07:

Release screws (1).

Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2) from headlight (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit For Xenon Headlight Screws

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Build Date From 03/07:

Release Screws (1).

Remove Control Unit For Xenon Headlight (2) From Headlight (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Xenon Headlight Screws

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Installation:

When installing control unit for xenon headlight (1), make sure sealing sleeve (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Control Unit For Xenon Headlight And Sealing Sleeve

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