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

N62 only:

Remove left design cover

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

Fig 1: Unlocking And Disconnecting Plug Connections On Headlight

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Release screws (1) on headlight (2).

Fig 2: Releasing Screws On Headlight

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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).

Remove headlight (1) towards front.

Fig 3: Removing Headlight

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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 , 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 .