67 16 011 Removing and installing/replacing left vertical aim adjuster (xenon headlight)

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WARNING: Version with xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage!

Therefore disconnect all components from voltage supply before removal.

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Wheel Arch Cover Front Section at front

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

Release screws (1) and remove cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Slide headlight insert (2) upwards in direction of arrow.

Move vertical aim adjuster (3) downwards in direction of arrow and feed out.

Fig 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Headlight Insert And Vertical Aim Adjuster

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Installation:

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

Fig 4: Identifying Vertical Aim Adjuster And Mounting

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After installation:

Adjust Headlights