63 17 000 Removing and installing/replacing left or right fog lamp insert (complete)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 BMW 525i, 2002 BMW 525i, and 2001 BMW 525i. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove grill. See 51 11 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING COMPLETE FRONT BUMPER

Up to 08/2000:

Unfasten screws and fold out fog lamp.

Fig 1: Unfastening Screws & Folding Out Fog Lamp

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Disconnect plug connection and remove fog lamp.

Fig 2: Removing Fog Lamp

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From 09/2000:

Release screws (1).

Remove trim (2) and fog lamp (3) towards front.

Disconnect plug connection underneath.

Fig 3: Removing Trim & Fog Lamp Towards Front

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Installation:

Ensure guide pin (4) is correctly seated.

Installation:

Ensure both guide lugs (1) of trim (2) are correctly seated in mounts (3) of fog lamp (4).

Fig 4: Identifying Guide Lugs Seated In Mounts

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All:

NOTE: Replacement:

Adjust front fog lamps.