63 99 072 Replacing halogen bulb for 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) .

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

Installation:

Make sure cover (1) is correctly seated on headlight.

Fig 1: Identifying Headlight Protective Cap

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

Disengage spring wire clip (2).

Remove bulb (3) towards rear from headlight (4).

Installation:

Make sure retaining tabs are correctly seated.

Fig 2: Removing Halogen 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 bulb type. Refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA- 545I (4.4L) E60/N62 .

Fig 3: View Of Bulb In Bulb Holder

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