63 12 015 Removing and installing/replacing left headlight (adaptive headlight)

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WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore, before removing, disconnect all components from the power supply (lighting system and ignition off).

Work on the entire xenon lighting system (control unit, ignition unit with bulb) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.).

Follow Instructions For Handling Light Bulbs (Exterior Lights) .

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with Notes On Protection Against Electrostatic Damage (ESD Protection) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Front Bumper Trim

Unlock catches (1) in direction of arrow and remove high-pressure nozzle (2) towards rear out of headlight arm (3).

Fig 1: Identifying High-Pressure Nozzle, Catches And Headlight Arm

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Release screw (1) on headlight arm (2) (from wheel arch side).

For tightening torque refer to 63 12 1AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Fig 2: Identifying Headlight Arm And Screw

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Release screws (1). For tightening torque refer to 63 12 3AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Installation:

If necessary, unclip electric lead (2) from headlight arm. Pull out headlight (3) slightly and unlock and disconnect associated plug connection.

Remove headlight (3) towards front.

Fig 3: Identifying Wiring Harness, Screws And Headlight

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Replacement:

Release screws (1) (for tightening torque refer to 63 12 2AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS ) and remove headlight arm (2) from headlight.
Remove Ignition Unit With Bulb For Xenon Headlight
Remove Control Unit For Xenon Headlights
If necessary, Remove Bulbs .

Fig 4: Identifying Headlight Arm And Screws

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