63 12 870 Replacing ignition unit for left xenon headlight (from 10/2003)

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

M54 only: Remove suction filter housing.

N62 only:

Release screws (1).

NOTE: Make sure cover caps (3) and (4) are firmly seated.

Lay equipment carrier (2) to one side.

Fig 1: Removing Equipment Carrier

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Release screws (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

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

Fig 2: Removing Cover Retaining Screws

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Disconnect plug connection (1) in direction of arrow.

Turn ignition unit for xenon headlight (2) in direction of arrow and remove.

Fig 3: Removing Ignition Unit For Xenon Headlight

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