6399132 Replacing bulb for front left (or right) side lights

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WARNING: Follow instructions for HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH COVER

NOTE: Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Unlock retainer (1) and remove cover (2) in direction of arrow from headlight.

Installation:

Make sure cover (2) is correctly seated on headlight.

Fig 1: Removing Headlight Cover With Retainer

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Disconnect plug connection (1).

Release screws (2).

Unlock retainers (3) at top/bottom in direction of arrow.

Remove socket housing (4) from headlight.

Installation:

Make sure socket housing (4) is exactly seated in headlight.
Lock retainers (3).
Note BULB TYPE .

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection, Screws, Socket Housing And Retainers
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