63 99 431 Replace light bulb for interior light

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Unclip lens/reflector.

Fig 1: Uncliping Lens/Reflector

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Lift out light bulb.

CAUTION: Do not take hold of glass part of bulb with bare fingers.
Only take hold of bulb on base or with a clean cloth or packaging of light bulb.

Note type of bulb, refer to LIGHTS - TECHNICAL DATA - 540I (E39) .

Fig 2: Lifting Out Light Bulb

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