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63 12 871 Replacing ignition unit for right 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)  .
IMPORTANT: Ignition unit and xenon bulb are viewed as a single component and must not be separated.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Headlight removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1) and remove cover cap (2) from headlight. Tightening torque 63 12 6AZ .

Installation: 

Make sure cover cap (2) is correctly seated on headlight (otherwise headlight subject to leaks).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Cover And Screws
G04753490Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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.

Fig 2: Identifying Plug Connection And Spring Wire Clips
G04753491Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.