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

WARNING: Follow notes for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .
NOTE: Headlight (2) removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock spring wire clips (1) in direction of arrow.

Remove cover from headlight (2).

Installation note: 

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

Guides (3) must be exactly seated in associated locators (4).

Check seal.

Fig 1: Removing Cover From Headlight
G05780117Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replace cover, if necessary.

Comply with INSTRUCTIONS FOR REPLACING THE COVER .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Disengage wire spring clip (2).

Remove bulb (3) towards rear from headlight (4).

Installation note: 

Make sure bulb (3) is exactly seated in headlight (4).

Note BULB TYPE .

Fig 2: Identifying Bulb Plug Connection, Headlight, Wire Spring Clip
G05780147Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Recommendation: 

Check HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT , correct if necessary.