63 12 870 Replacing ignition unit for left xenon headlight (with xenon bulb)
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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 ).
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:
Ignition unit and xenon bulb are viewed as a single component and must not be separated.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front left wheel arch trim . See 51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION) .
NOTE:
Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.
Release screws (1) and remove cover cap (2) from headlight.
Tightening torque 63 12 6AZ , see 63 12 HEADLIGHTS .
Installation:
Make sure cover cap (2) is correctly seated on headlight (otherwise headlight subject to leaks).
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unlock spring wire clips (2).
Remove ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) from headlight.
Installation:
Make sure ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) is exactly seated on headlight.