63 12 001 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Headlight (Up To 03/2005)

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove front bumper trim. Refer to 51 11 156 REMOVING AND INSTALLING FRONT BUMPER TRIM .

Unlock and disconnect all plug connections (1) on headlight (2).

Fig 1: Plug Connections And Headlight

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Release screws (1) on headlight (2).

Installation:

Tighten screws (1) hand-tight only.

Pull headlight fully towards front.

Close hood/bonnet and adjust headlight to fit.

Open hood/bonnet and tighten down screws (1).

Fig 2: Retaining Screws And Headlight

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Remove headlight (1) towards front.

Fig 3: Headlight And Removal Direction

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IMPORTANT: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Replacement:

If necessary, remove bulbs. Refer to 63 99 076 REPLACING LEFT LAMP FOR LEFT XENON LIGHT , or 63 99 077 REPLACING RIGHT LAMP FOR XENON LIGHT or 63 99 273 REPLACING BULB FOR TURN INDICATOR, FRONT LEFT .

Installation:

Adjust headlight. Refer to 63 10 004 ADJUSTING HEADLIGHTS .