63 12 895 Replacing electronics box/control unit for left 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 (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Left Headlight

Release screws (1).

For tightening torque refer to 63 12 5AZ in 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Remove drive for adaptive headlight (2) in direction of arrow from headlight.

Fig 1: Identifying Adaptive Headlight And Screws

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Installation:

Fit drive for adaptive headlight (1) exactly on headlight.

Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated in plug housing (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Adaptive Headlight, Plug Housing And Pin Housing

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