63 99 076 Replacing bulb for left xenon headlight

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

M62 only: Release screws (1) and remove equipment carrier (2).

Fig 1: Moving Equipment Carrier

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N62 only:

Release screws (1).

NOTE: Make sure cover caps (3) and (4) are firmly seated.

Lay equipment carrier (2) to one side.

Fig 2: Moving Equipment Carrier

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Up to 10/2003:

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, illustration shows component removed.

Release screws (1) and remove protective cap (2).

Fig 3: Removing Protective Cap

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Installation:

If necessary, replace seal of protective cap (2).

Turn ignition unit plug connection (1) counterclockwise through approx. 45° and disconnect.

Turn snap ring (2) counterclockwise through approx. 45°.

Remove lamp for xenon light.

Fig 4: Removing Xenon Headlight Bulb (Models Up To 10/2003)

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From 10/2003:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release ignition unit for left xenon headlight, refer to 63 12 870 REPLACING IGNITION UNIT FOR LEFT XENON HEADLIGHT (FROM 10/2003) .

Press locking clip (1) and open in direction of arrow.

Remove bulb for xenon headlight (2) in direction of arrow.

Fig 5: Removing Xenon Headlight Bulb (Models From 10/2003)

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Installation:

Note type of bulb, refer to 63 12 HEADLIGHTS, HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY E53 .