Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove WHEEL ARCH COVER at front

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, following illustrations show headlight removed.

Release catches (1) and remove protective cap (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Catches And Protective Cap

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn vertical aim adjuster (2) to left and feed out of fixture.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Vertical Aim Adjuster

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Installation:

Slide headlight insert (1) upwards in direction of arrow.

Fig 3: Sliding Headlight Insert Upwards In Direction Of Arrow

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Feed ball head of vertical aim adjuster (1) into mounting (2).

Fig 4: Feeding Ball Head Of Vertical Aim Adjuster Into Mounting

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