63 12 003 Removing and installing (replacing) left headlight

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock and remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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NOTE: Work shown on the F20 by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Carefully remove headlight (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Headlight

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Installation note:

Correctly install headlight (1) relative to holder (2).

Fig 4: Locating Headlight To Holder

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Replacement:

Release screws (1).

Remove holder (2) from headlight (3).

Convert bulbs if required, note BULB TYPES .

Fig 5: Identifying Headlight, Holder And Screws

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