63 99 071 Replacing halogen-light bulb for left or right headlight

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WARNING: Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights). Refer to 63 99 ... INSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING LIGHT BULBS (EXTERIOR LIGHTS) .

Up To 10/2003:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Turn bulb holder (2) approx. 45° in direction of arrow and remove.

Remove bulb.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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From 10/2003:

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

Installation:

Make sure seal of cover (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Checking Seal Of Cover

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Turn bulb holder (1) in direction of arrow and remove towards rear from carrier (2).

Detach bulb from bulb holder (1).

Fig 3: Detaching Bulb From Bulb Holder

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All:

Installation:

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