63 31 000 Removing and installing/replacing complete ceiling light (front)

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Special tools required:

00 9 341

IMPORTANT: See 63 99... Instructions for replacing light bulbs (interior lights) .

Unclip ceiling light (1) with special tool 00 9 341 at points (2).

Feed ceiling light (1) in direction of arrow out of front roofliner trim (3).

Unlock associated plug connection and disconnect.

Remove ceiling light (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool (00 9 341)

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Installation:

Retaining clips (1) and guides (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure ceiling light (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips And Guides Ceiling Light

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Replacement:

If necessary, convert bulbs.
Note type of bulb.