63 99 072 Replacing halogen bulb for headlight on left

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WARNING: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS)

Build date up to 03/07:

Turn protective cap (1) approx. 30° in direction of arrow and remove from headlight.

Installation:

Check seal.

Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Comply with INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP .

Fig 1: Turning Protective Cap

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Build date from 03/07:

Unclip cover cap (1) and remove towards rear.

Installation:

Check seal.

Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Comply with INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP .

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Cap And Headlight

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Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and feed together with bulb out of headlight.

Installation:

Make sure bulb holder (1) is correctly seated in headlight.

Fig 3: Turning Bulb Holder

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Pull bulb (1) out of bulb holder (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure bulb (1) is exactly seated in bulb holder (2).

Note TYPE of bulb.

Fig 4: Pulling Bulb Out Of Bulb Holder

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