63 17 030 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right FOGLAMP Insert (M/Aerodynamics Package)

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Special tools required:

64 1 020

For identification of special tools, refer to LIGHTS - SPECIAL TOOLS - 3-SERIES (M54/E46) .

Version 1:

Place special tool 64 1 020 in opening (2) and unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Installation:

Make sure trim (1) engages correctly.

Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Removing Foglamp Insert

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Feed foglamp insert (3) in direction of arrow out of outer guides (2) and remove.

Disconnect plug connection behind it and remove foglamp insert (3).

Installation:

Make sure foglamp insert (3) is correctly seated in outer guides (2).

Make sure ventilation grommet of foglamp insert (3) is laid without kinks and is sufficiently firmly seated.

If necessary, adjust fog lamp. Refer to 63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS .

Version 2:

Unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Trim

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Installation:

Make sure trim (1) engages correctly.

Release screw (1).

Withdraw fog lamp insert (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 4: Removing Foglamp Insert

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Disconnect plug connection behind it and remove foglamp insert (2).

Installation:

Feed lugs (3) into outer guides (4).

Make sure ventilation grommet of foglamp insert (2) is laid without kinks and is sufficiently firmly seated.

If necessary, adjust fog lamp. Refer to 63 10 014 ADJUSTING FOG LAMPS .