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High beams and/or low beams do not work - AF82.10-P-2009B

MODEL 129,140,163,170, 202, 208, 210, 215, 220 with CODE (612) Xenon headlamp unit 

Modification notes

4.4.00 Supersedes STIP 82.10-019 from 24.03.2000    
Damage code Cause Remedy  
DANGER Risk of death  caused by high voltage levels present at xenon headlamps.
Risk of explosion/risk of fire  caused by highly inflammable substances at damaged xenon bulbs
Risk of injury  caused by UV light, hot components at xenon headlamps and glass splinters from broken xenon bulbs
Risk of poisoning  caused by inhaling mercury vapor and by swallowing/skin contact with toxic salts and mercury compounds
Do not come into contact with parts that are under high voltage. Persons with active electronic implants  (e.g. heart pacemakers) must never work on xenon headlamps. Switch off the complete lighting system. Wear insulated safety shoes, safety glasses and protective gloves. Remove highly inflammable materials from the hazard area. Ensure that the working area is sufficiently ventilated. AS82.10-Z-0001-01A 
82 119   IMPORTANT We receive at the diagnostic centers of the plants more and more xenon control units and xenon lamps which are o.k.
To avoid this high number of problem parts with no reproducible faults, we would ask you to use the following procedure for troubleshooting:
 
    1 Perform diagnosis according to instructions in WIS.  
    Model 202, 208, 210 AD82.10-P-1001AZ
    IMPORTANT If the fault cannot be recognized or the faulty component determined: ↓
2 Interchange the xenon lamps (right to left).
NOTES For the time being do not replace system components.
 
    IMPORTANT If the fault of the xenon lamp still exists: ↓
3 Remove/install/replace xenon lamp.
 
    IMPORTANT If the fault remains in the headlamp the cause may be the xenon control unit or a fault on the vehicle side.  
    IMPORTANT We are aware of the fact that this procedure may possibly lead to another stay in the workshop of the vehicle in question.
However, we see no other alternative if the redebiting of warranty and goodwill costs is to be avoided.