41 33 720 Replace the left headlight stand

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove TRIM ON LEFT WHEEL ARCH
Remove LEFT HEADLIGHT

Removal:

Detach wiring harness at attachment points (1).

Release screws (2) to (4) and remove headlight stand (5).

Fig 1: Wiring Harness Attachment Points, Screws, And Headlight Fixture

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Installation:

Install headlight stand (5) and tighten screws (2) to (4).

Screws (4): Tightening torque 41 33 3AZ .

Screw (2): Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ .

Screw (3): Tightening torque 51 11 1AZ .

Secure wiring harness in areas (1).

Fig 2: Wiring Harness Attachment Points, Screws, And Headlight Fixture

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