63 12 860 Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

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 (control unit, ignition unit with bulb) 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 HEADLIGHT

Release screws (1) and fold down control unit. Tightening torque 63 12 2AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Xenon Headlight Control Unit Mounting Screws

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Disconnect plug connections (1) and remove control unit (2).

Installation note:

Make sure cup seal (3) is correctly seated on xenon headlight.

Fig 2: Identifying Xenon Headlight Control Unit With Plug Connection And Cup Seal

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