63 31 000 Removing and installing/replacing complete interior light

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Front:

Lever out ceiling light in direction of arrow.

Disconnect plug connection underneath and remove ceiling light.

Fig 1: Levering Out Ceiling Light

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Rear (touring only):

Lever out ceiling light (1) in direction of arrow.

Disconnect plug connection underneath and remove ceiling light (1).

Fig 2: Levering Out Ceiling Light And Disconnecting Plug Connection

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.