63 12 015 Removing and refitting (replacing) left headlight (ALC)

WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! 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 specialist personnel.
Observe SAFETY INFORMATION ON HANDLING BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT BUMPER PANEL

Slacken both screws (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Screws

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Slacken both screws (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Unlock and disconnect relevant connector.

Remove headlight (2) forwards.

Installation note:

Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

Adjust HEADLIGHTS .

Fig 2: Removing Headlight

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Replacement:

Remount IGNITION DEVICE/BULB FOR XENON HEADLIGHTS
Remount CONTROL UNIT FOR XENON HEADLIGHTS
Remount HEADLIGHT DRIVER MODULE
If necessary, remount bulbs. See REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT TURNING LIGHTS and REPLACING BULB FOR FRONT LEFT (OR RIGHT) TURN INDICATOR .