63 12... Replacing drive/electronics box for left adaptive headlight (from series status 09/2008)

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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 (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.

IMPORTANT: Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD PROTECTION) .

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT LEFT WHEEL ARCH COVER

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 5AZ .

Remove drive for adaptive headlight (2) from headlight (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws, Headlight And Adaptive Headlight

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IMPORTANT: Drive for adaptive headlight (1) is engaged in housing (3).

Installation:

Fit drive for adaptive headlight (1) exactly on headlight.

Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Adaptive Headlight And Pin Housing

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Carry out vehicle programming/encoding.