63 12 003 Removing and installing (replacing) left headlight

Attention! 

Follow notes for SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXCHANGING BULBS (INTERIOR LIGHTING) 

Attention! 

Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage, refer to: (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove the FRONT BUMPER PANEL

Note on removal: 

In case the screw is stuck, counter support the square nut (1) on the adjusting element by means of pliers for a water pump (2).

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Removal: 

Release both screws (1) on headlight.

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Pull gasket (1) off headlight (4).

Slacken both screws (2).

Unlock and disconnect connector (3).

Guide out headlight (4) towards front.

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Installation: 

Guide in headlight (4).

Connect connector (3).

Tighten both screws (2).

Tightening torque, refer to: 63 12 1AZ .

Secure gasket (1) on headlight (4).

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Tighten both screws (1) on headlight.

Tightening torque, refer to: 63 12 1AZ .

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Required follow-up work: 

• Install the FRONT BUMPER PANEL
• Adjust the HEADLIGHT .
• US version: Checking blocking at horizontal position --> Refer to: US VERSION: CHECK/REPLACE THE HORIZONTAL BLOCKING SETS FOR THE HEADLIGHTS