63 12 860 Replacing control unit for left xenon 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.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection ). See 61 35 ... NOTES ON ESD PROTECTION (ELECTRO STATIC DISCHARGE) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front left wheel arch trim .

S65:

Remove left headlight

NOTE: Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ , see 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .

Lift control unit (2) off headlight.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Unit And Screw

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove control unit (2).

Installation:

Make sure sealing sleeve (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Sleeve, Control Unit And Plug Connection

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