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Replacing Drive/Electronics Box for Left Adaptive Headlight




63 12 895 - Replacing drive/electronics box for left adaptive 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 front left wheel arch trim Service and Repair





Note:
Depending on the build date, there is a screw fastening point above or below the drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (2).

Release screws (1). Tightening torque 63 12 5AZ [1][2]Headlamp.

Remove drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (2) in direction of arrow from headlight (3).





Installation Note:
Fit drive/electronics box for adaptive headlight (1) exactly on headlight.
Make sure pin housing (2) is correctly seated in plug housing (3).
Ensure that seal is correctly fitted.





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