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

Version 1:

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

Fig 1: Uncliping Trim

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Installation:

Make sure trim (1) engages correctly.

Release screw (1).

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.

Fig 2: Adjusting Fog Lamp

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Version 2:

Unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Uncliping Trim In Direction Of Arrow

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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: Withdrawing Fog Lamp Insert In Direction Of Arrow

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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.