Disassembling Bi-Xenon Headlights

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NOTE: Ignition voltage of the gas-discharge headlight is in the high-voltage range.

Contact with live high-voltage components can pose health hazards or can be fatal.

→ Never work on live active electrical systems and equipment. Before getting started, de-energise the system and make sure that the system remains de-energised for the duration of the work.

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Disassembling the headlight simply involves removing/installing the control unit and gas-discharge headlight components.

Do not touch the glass body of the gas-discharge headlight.

Remove fastening screws -arrows- on the control unit.

Fig 1: Identifying Fastening Screws On Control Unit
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Remove control unit from housing.
Unclip control unit connector from the assembly cover.
Remove assembly cover.
Turn bayonet lock on the gas-discharge headlight holder anti-clockwise -arrow- and remove components.

Fig 2: Turning To Remove Gas-Discharge Headlight Holder
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Press the clamp on the holder and pull off the connector.