Necessary preliminary work

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REMOVE FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH TRIM

NOTE: Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock both retaining tabs and remove protective cap (1) in direction of arrow from headlight (2).

Installation note:

Protective cap (1) must be correctly engaged.

Check seal.

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap And Headlight

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Replace protective cap (1) if necessary.

Observe NOTES FOR REPLACING THE PROTECTIVE CAP .

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Unlock spring wire clip (2) and fold downwards.

Remove ignition unit for xenon headlight (3) from headlight (4).

Installation note:

Make sure ignition unit (3) is exactly seated on headlight (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection, Spring Wire Clip And Xenon Headlight

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