63 99 072 Replacing halogen bulb for left (or right) headlight

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WARNING: Follow Instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights) .

NOTE: Headlight (2) removed for purposes of clarity.
Unlock cover (1) in direction of arrow.
Remove cover (1) from headlight (2).

Installation:

Make sure cover is correctly seated on headlight (2).

Guides must be exactly seated in associated mounts.

Fig 1: Removing Cover From Headlight

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Remove bulb (1) towards rear from headlight.

Disconnect plug connection (2).

Installation:

Make sure bulb (1) is exactly seated in headlight.

Note type of bulb, see 63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E83 .

Fig 2: Bulb And Plug Connection

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