Coupe/Convertible from 03/2003:

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N40 only:

Detach intake muffler housing and place to one side.

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustration shows removed headlight.

Turn protective cap (1) in direction of arrow and remove from headlight (2).

Fig 1: Removing Protective Housing

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Fig 2: Removing Bulb From Headlight

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Disconnect locking clip (2) in direction of arrow and fold upwards.

Remove bulb (3) from headlight (4).