63 12 860 Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight

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WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore, before removing, disconnect all components from the power supply (lighting system and ignition off).
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (control unit, ignition unit with bulb) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove LEFT HEADLIGHT .

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 3AZ .

Raise control unit for xenon headlight (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Xenon Headlight Control Unit And Screw

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2).

Installation:

Make sure sealing sleeve (3) is correctly seated on headlight.

Fig 2: Identifying Xenon Headlight, Sealing Sleeve And Plug Connection

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