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Replacing Control Unit for Left Xenon Headlight




63 12 860 - Replacing control unit for left xenon headlight





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 and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.





Important!
Read and comply with notes on protection against electrostatic damage (ESD protection) 61 35 ... Notes on ESD Protection (Electro Static Discharge).





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove left headlight Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Headlight (Xenon Headlight)





Build date up to 09/07:
Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ [1][2]Headlamp.
Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2) from headlight (3).





Installation Note:
Fit control unit for xenon headlight (3) exactly on headlight.

Make sure plug housing (1) is correctly seated on pin housing (2).





Build date after 09/07:
Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 4AZ [1][2]Headlamp.
Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2) from headlight.





Disconnect plug connection (1).
Remove control unit for xenon headlight (2).

Installation Note:
Make sure seal (3) is correctly seated on headlight.
Make sure wiring harnesses are correctly routed.