63 11 845 Replacing left LED fan (inner)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove HEADLIGHT - LED TECHNOLOGY .

Removal:

Cut headlight (1) along the cutting line (2) with a suitable tool.

Fig 1: Identifying Headlight Cutting Line

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Unlock and disconnect the connector (1).

Open wire spring clip (2) in direction of the headlight driver module.

Fig 2: Identifying Connector And Wire Spring Clip

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Remove fan (1) towards the top.

Fig 3: Removing Fan

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Installation:

Engage fan (1) in headlight.

Fig 4: Engaging Fan In Headlight

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Close wire spring clip (2) in direction of the fan.

Connect the plug (1).

Fig 5: Identifying Connector And Wire Spring Clip

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Secure repair lid to the headlight using 4 screws.

Fig 6: Identifying Headlight Cutting Line

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Required follow-up work:

Install HEADLIGHT - LED TECHNOLOGY