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63 12 010 Removing and Installing/Replacing Left Headlight (Xenon Headlight)




63 12 010 - Removing and installing/replacing left headlight (xenon headlight)






Warning!
Xenon headlights: Danger to life due to high voltage! Therefore disconnect xenon headlights from voltage supply.
Work on the entire xenon lighting system (ignition unit, control unit and lamp) may only be carried out by specialist personnel.






Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front bumper trim 51 11 156 Removing and Installing Front Bumper Trim






Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ.
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00 00 Excerpt From Company Standard BMW GS 90003-2






Left headlight only:
Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.
Unfasten screws (2).
Remove fanfare horn (3).






Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 61 12 1AZ.
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00 00 Excerpt From Company Standard BMW GS 90003-2

Remove headlight (2).






Important!
Follow instructions for handling light bulbs (exterior lights) 63 99 ... Instructions For Handling Light Bulbs (Exterior Lights).

Replacement:

- If necessary, remove bulbs - note type of bulb






Replacement:
- Remove control unit 63 12 860 Replacing Control Unit For Left Xenon Headlight for xenon headlights
- Remove ignition unit 63 12 870 Replacing Ignition Unit For Left Xenon Headlight (With Xenon Bulb) for left xenon headlight
- If necessary, remove drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight 63 12 895 Replacing Drive/Electronics Box For Left Adaptive Headlight






Installation Note:
Adjust 63 10 004 Adjusting Headlights headlight.