63 12 871 Replacing the ignition unit for the right xenon headlight (with xenon bulb)

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore, before removing, disconnect all components from the voltage 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 qualified personnel.
Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

IMPORTANT: Ignition unit and xenon bulb are viewed as a single component and must not be separated.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove the front right WHEEL ARCH COVER

NOTE: Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock both retaining tabs and remove the cover (1) from the headlight (2) in the direction of the arrow.

Installation note:

Make sure the cover (1) is correctly fitted on the headlight (2).

Fig 1: Removing Protective Cap From Headlight

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock spring wire clip (2) and fold downwards.

Remove the ignition unit for the xenon headlight (3) from the headlight (4).

Installation note:

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

Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Unit Components

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Recommendation:

Check HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT , correct if necessary.